Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a delightful and healthy twist on classic tacos, making them perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This vibrant dish combines tender sweet potatoes with a savory ground turkey filling enriched with spices and topped with gooey cheese. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a meal that’s not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients and flavor. Customize each stuffed potato with your favorite toppings for an added burst of freshness and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Cut potatoes in half, scoop out the flesh, and mash it with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, cook ground turkey until browned; add garlic, spices, and crushed tomatoes. Stir well.
- Fill potato skins with turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg