For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tempeh or more black beans. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the taco seasoning. Feel free to experiment with other toppings such as guacamole, salsa, or roasted corn.
Easy Stuffed Taco Sweet Potatoes
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS21
Earthy sweet potatoes become the star of taco night in this vibrant and satisfying recipe. A homemade taco seasoning elevates a hearty filling of seasoned ground beef and black beans, creating a balanced and flavorful meal that's both wholesome and delicious.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate52 g
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Cholesterol101 mg
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Fiber15 g
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Protein42 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium1887 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Prepare Taco Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine. Set aside.
02
Step
1 mins
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
03
Step
3 mins
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Rub each sweet potato with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon of the prepared taco seasoning. Wrap each potato tightly in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
04
Step
40 mins
Bake Sweet Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, approximately 40 minutes.
05
Step
5 mins
Sauté Onion: While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
06
Step
6 mins
Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef and 1/4 cup of the taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spatula, until browned and crumbly, ensuring the seasoning is well incorporated. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
07
Step
2 mins
Add Black Beans: Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans. Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
08
Step
3 mins
Thicken Filling: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the meat mixture and simmer until the sauce slightly thickens, approximately 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
09
Step
5 mins
Assemble and Serve: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, carefully slice them open lengthwise. Add a pinch of taco seasoning to the inside of each potato. Spoon the ground beef and black bean mixture into the potatoes. Top with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, pico de gallo, jalapeño slices, sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
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Janet Bartoletti
May 22, 2025I never thought of using sweet potatoes for tacos, but this recipe is genius!
Asa Ohara
May 9, 2025I added a can of diced tomatoes to the meat mixture for extra flavor and it turned out great!
Braden Pfeffer
Apr 13, 2025This was so easy to make and the homemade taco seasoning is a game-changer! My family loved it.