Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Course Entree

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword black bean quinoa, mexican quinoa, mexican sweet potatoes, stuffed sweet potatoes

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 268 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/2 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup canned black beans drained & rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Sea salt to taste

to garnish:

• 1 avocado mashed
• Tahini
• Hot sauce
• Chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and prick with a fork. Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add corn, quinoa, black beans and spices and cook 2 - 3 more minutes.
4. When sweet potatoes are fork tender, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice in half and place each half on a plate. Top with quinoa mixture, avocado and a drizzle of both tahini and hot sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of cilantro and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12g 18%

Saturated Fat 1g 5%

Sodium 241mg 10%

Potassium 777mg 22%

Total Carbohydrates 36g 12%

Dietary Fiber 10g 40%

Sugars 4g

Protein 6g 12%

Vitamin A 203.6%

Vitamin C 26.5%

Calcium 5.6%

Iron 14.7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.