Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema.

Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema.

🥔 Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Filling:

• 1 cup canned black beans (drained & rinsed)

• 1 ripe avocado (diced)

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (chopped)

• ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Salt to taste

• Juice of ½ lime

For the Cilantro Lime Crema:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (finely chopped)

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 1 small garlic clove (minced)

• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Rub sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt & pepper.

3. Place on baking sheet and roast for 40–50 minutes until fork-tender.

4. In a bowl, mix black beans with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and lime juice.

5. Prepare crema: Stir together yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt until smooth.

6. Slice open baked sweet potatoes and fluff the inside with a fork.

7. Stuff with seasoned black beans, diced avocado, tomatoes, and red onion.

8. Drizzle generously with cilantro lime crema. Serve warm.

💡 Tips

• Add grilled corn for extra flavor.

• Sprinkle feta or cotija cheese on top.

• Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.

• Meal prep friendly — store components separately up to 3 days.

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I air-fry the sweet potatoes?
Yes! Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway.

Q2: Can I make this vegan?
Use dairy-free yogurt or blend soaked cashews with lime and cilantro for a vegan crema.

Q3: How can I add more protein?
Add grilled chicken, tofu, quinoa, or extra black beans.

Q4: Is this good for weight loss?
Yes, it’s high in fiber and healthy fats. Just control portion size and use light yogurt.

Q5: Can I make it spicy?
Absolutely! Add hot sauce, chili flakes, or diced jalapeños.