Best 4 Sweet Potatoes With Taco Filling Recipes

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If you are looking for a satisfying and flavorful dinner recipe to spice up your next meal, sweet potatoes with taco filling are the perfect option for you. This dish combines the sweet, earthy flavor of roasted sweet potatoes with a savory, protein-packed taco filling, making it a hearty and delicious meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you use ground beef, chicken, or a vegetarian filling, this recipe is customizable to suit your tastes and dietary preferences. With tender sweet potatoes, a flavorful taco filling, and an array of optional toppings, this dish is a surefire hit that will leave you and your family members craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TACO-STUFFED SWEET POTATOES



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Take taco night to a new level with sweet potato taco "shells." Tender sweet potatoes pair perfectly with spicy taco meat, creamy cheese and crisp lettuce. Let everyone customize their taco potato with their favorite toppings.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Sweet Potato Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 sweet potatoes, about 1 pound each
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground chipotle
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
4 tablespoons pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Microwave on High until soft, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle and salt; cook, breaking the beef up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Whisk water and tomato paste in a measuring cup; add to the pan and stir to coat the mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Halve the sweet potatoes and mash the flesh a bit with a fork. Top each half with 1/2 cup of the beef mixture, 2 tablespoons cheese, 1/4 cup lettuce and 1 tablespoon pico de gallo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 113.3 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 588.4 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

SWEET POTATOES WITH TACO FILLING



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This recipe reinvents the stuffed, baked potato with a Southwestern twist, using our Taco Filling on top of a sweet-potato base.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium sweet potatoes
3 cups Taco Filling, thawed
Sour cream (optional)
pickled jalapeno chiles (optional)
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Scrub sweet potatoes; prick several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet. Bake until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat Taco Filling in a saucepan over low heat (or in the microwave). Split open sweet potatoes with a fork; top with filling.
  • Garnish as desired with sour cream, sliced pickled jalapeno chiles, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro.

CHEESY TACO SWEET POTATOES



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Give cheesy sweet potatoes a makeover with the help of cream cheese and taco seasoning. Top with chopped tomato, avocado, or cilantro.

Provided by Allrecipes Magazine

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 each sweet potatoes
½ pound ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup salsa
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prick potatoes several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and bell pepper until beef is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in salsa and taco seasoning.
  • Halve potatoes lengthwise and spoon flesh into a bowl. Stir in cream cheese, milk, salt, and pepper; mash to combine, then spoon into the potato skins. Top with beef mixture and Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 74.2 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 529.5 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

TACO SPICED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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Just one packet of Old El Paso taco seasoning mix takes your baked sweet potato fries in a decidedly Tex-Mex direction.

Provided by Deborah Harroun

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 medium or 3 small sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 teaspoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with oil and taco seasoning mix until coated. Spread potatoes in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes, turning once or twice, until potatoes are lightly browned and tender.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking: This will help the potatoes cook more evenly and prevent them from bursting.
  • Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender: The potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork when they are done.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before filling them: This will make them easier to handle and prevent the filling from becoming too runny.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The possibilities are endless! Try shredded cheese, diced avocado, sour cream, or salsa. You can also add a dollop of Greek yogurt or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Sweet potatoes with taco filling are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your tacos mild or spicy, vegetarian or loaded with meat, there is a sweet potato taco recipe out there for you.

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