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30g Protein Sweet Potato Boats – Irresistible Healthy Comfort Food

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A healthy, protein-packed dinner featuring stuffed sweet potatoes with ground turkey, black beans, corn, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup salsa (or tomato sauce)
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn (canned, drained or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese (or cheddar)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (plus more for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then poke each one several times with a fork.
  2. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  3. While potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  4. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks (about 6–8 minutes).
  5. Stir in taco seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and salsa. Mix in black beans and corn, then simmer 2–3 minutes until warmed through and saucy.
  6. When sweet potatoes are done, let cool slightly. Slice each potato lengthwise and gently scoop out a little of the center (leave a sturdy border).
  7. Fill each sweet potato “boat” with the turkey mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
  8. Return to the oven for 8–10 minutes (or broil 1–2 minutes) until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Finish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use leftover turkey mixture for tacos or salads.
  • Swap ground turkey for chicken or beef if preferred.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.

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