Food 15/04/2025 16:45

🌱 Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Bean Salsa

A hearty, flavorful, and nutrient-packed meatless meal loaded with fiber and plant-based protein!

βœ… Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Sweet Potatoes:

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes 🍠

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Black Bean Salsa:

  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped

  • 1 avocado, diced πŸ₯‘

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿

  • Juice of 1 lime πŸ‹

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Toppings:

  • Vegan sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • Hot sauce 🌢️

  • Crumbled feta or plant-based cheese

  • Extra lime wedges


πŸ₯„ Instructions

  1. Bake the Sweet Potatoes

    • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

    • Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes. Prick each one with a fork a few times.

    • Rub with olive oil and a pinch of salt.

    • Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

  2. Prepare the Black Bean Salsa

    • While the potatoes bake, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, and avocado in a large bowl.

    • Add cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until well mixed. Set aside to marinate for extra flavor.

  3. Assemble the Dish

    • Once the sweet potatoes are soft and cooked, cut them open lengthwise and fluff the inside lightly with a fork.

    • Spoon generous portions of the black bean salsa into each sweet potato.

  4. Top & Serve

    • Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, hot sauce, or cheese.

    • Serve warm and enjoy a satisfying plant-based meal!


✨ Nutrition Highlights:

  • High in fiber from sweet potatoes and black beans

  • Packed with protein from legumes

  • Rich in antioxidants from colorful vegetables

  • Totally meat-free and gluten-free!

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep! 🌱πŸ₯„

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