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Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes


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  • Author: Lara
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Description

Enjoy flavorful Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes in just 20 minutes! Perfect for quick dinners—try this healthy recipe today!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
  • 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  1. Microwave sweet potatoes until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Let rest.
  2. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out flesh. Mash with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, brown ground turkey; add garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and crushed tomatoes. Cook until combined.
  4. Fill potato skins with turkey mixture and top with cheese. Broil until melted (about 30 seconds).
  5. Garnish with parsley before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Microwave/Broiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 440mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg