Description
Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. The soft, roasted sweet potatoes are generously filled with a creamy avocado and black bean mixture, topped with a zesty cilantro lime crema. This recipe is not only delicious but also ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings, providing a satisfying meal that caters to both vegetarian and health-conscious diners. With its colorful presentation and customizable ingredients, this dish is sure to impress at your next family dinner or casual get-together.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender. Let cool slightly.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh to create room for filling.
- In a bowl, mix black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro; season with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to make the crema.
- Fill each sweet potato half with the bean mixture and drizzle with cilantro lime crema before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg