Loaded Sweet Potato Recipe
Make Loaded Sweet Potato Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Bake Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- 2
Prepare Black Bean Mixture
While the sweet potatoes are baking, rinse and drain the black beans. In a mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- 3
Chop Toppings
Dice the avocado, chop the green onions, and roughly chop the cilantro. Set aside for serving.
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Loaded Sweet Potatoes
Once the sweet potatoes are fully cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Slice each potato lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
- 5
Add Black Bean Mixture
Spoon generous amounts of the black bean mixture into each sweet potato, allowing it to overflow slightly.
- 6
Add Toppings
Top each loaded sweet potato with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added flavor.
