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Southwest Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Bean Salsa

Roasted sweet potatoes filled with vibrant black bean salsa, fresh vegetables, and bold Southwest flavors for a healthy, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Southwest, Vegetarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 sweet potatoes medium
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
Black Bean Salsa
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 0.5 red onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet.
  2. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork, rub with oil and spices.
  3. Bake 40–50 minutes until fork tender.
  4. Mix all salsa ingredients in a bowl.
  5. Slice potatoes open and fluff interior.
  6. Fill with black bean salsa and toppings. Serve warm.

Notes

Add protein like chicken or tofu if desired. Store components separately for meal prep.