Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema
If you’re seeking a nutritious and delicious meal, look no further than this Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema. This vibrant dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the creamy richness of avocado and hearty black beans. Topped off with a zesty cilantro lime crema, it’s a delightful option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s easy to prepare in less than an hour, making it perfect for meal prep. Enjoy this satisfying vegetarian dish that will please everyone at 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 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and roast on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Once cool, slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out a small amount of flesh.
- In a bowl, mix black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or alternative), lime juice, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
- Fill sweet potato halves with the mixture and drizzle with cilantro lime crema before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 197g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg