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High-Protein Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup water or salsa
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub sweet potatoes with olive oil, poke a few holes with a fork, and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Roast for 35–45 minutes, until a knife slides in easily.
  2. While potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and onion, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Cook 6–8 minutes, until no pink remains.
  3. Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and salt. Cook 1 minute, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in water or salsa, scrape up any browned bits, and simmer 3–4 minutes until the mixture is saucy but not wet. Taste and adjust salt.
  5. Split each roasted sweet potato open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork. Spoon the turkey mixture evenly into the potatoes.
  6. Top with cheese, lettuce, avocado, and a generous dollop of Greek yogurt. Sprinkle with cilantro if using, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 34gFat: 19g

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