Sweet Potato Surprise

Sweet potatoes are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. They are a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Sweet Potato Surprise

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 stalk Green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork and bake them for 40 minutes or until tender.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
4. Add the black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6. Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the flesh to create a hollow.
7. Mash the scooped-out sweet potato with the sautéed mixture.
8. Stuff the sweet potato shells with the mixture and top with cheddar cheese.
9. Place the stuffed sweet potatoes back in the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
10. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 10g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.