Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a quick and nutritious dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy these delicious stuffed potatoes that are filled with lean ground turkey seasoned with flavorful spices and topped with melted cheese. Each serving is satisfying at only 226 calories, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet without compromising on taste. Customize your dish with fresh toppings like avocado or salsa for added flavor, and you have a meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Microwave sweet potatoes until tender (about 8-10 minutes total). Let cool.
- Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Mix with olive oil and seasonings.
- Cook ground turkey in a skillet until browned; add garlic and spices, then stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Fill potato skins with the turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil for 30 seconds until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg