Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that combines the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with seasoned lean turkey. With only 226 calories per serving, they’re a healthy alternative to traditional tacos, packed with protein and flavor. Whether enjoyed on their own or topped with fresh ingredients like avocado or salsa, these stuffed sweet potatoes will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey (93% fat-free)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potatoes by piercing them with a fork and microwaving on high for about 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Cut the cooked potatoes in half, scoop out the flesh into a bowl, and mash it with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a nonstick skillet, cook ground turkey until browned. Add minced garlic and spices, then stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Fill potato skins with turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil for about 30 seconds until melted. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwaving/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg