Sweet Potato Boats with Ground Turkey and Black Beans
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Sweet Potato Boats with Ground Turkey and Black Beans. This vibrant dish combines tender baked sweet potatoes with a savory filling of seasoned ground turkey and hearty black beans, making it a nutritious and satisfying choice for any meal. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings, these sweet potato boats are not only delicious but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that brings flavor and nutrition to your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, avocado
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Poke holes in each sweet potato with a fork and bake on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until browned (about 7-10 minutes).
- Stir in black beans and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Slice baked sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh to create a boat shape.
- Fill each half with the turkey and black bean mixture; top generously with cheese.
- Bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato boat (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg