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Protein Loaded Sweet Potato Boats

Protein Loaded Sweet Potato Boats for a Wholesome Dinner Delight

Enjoy these protein-packed Protein Loaded Sweet Potato Boats, perfect for dinner and post-workout refuels.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Boats
  • 2-4 medium Sweet Potatoes or butternut squash as a substitute
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken or plant-based option
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheese (e.g., Cheddar or Monterey Jack) or dairy-free cheese
  • to taste Toppings (e.g., avocado, sour cream, green onions) customizable options

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes and poke holes in them. Bake for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until browned, about 7-10 minutes, adding spices as desired.
  3. Add drained black beans to the skillet with turkey and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
  4. Remove sweet potatoes from the oven, slice them lengthwise, and scoop out some flesh for filling.
  5. Fill sweet potato boats with the turkey and bean mixture, top with cheese, and return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese melts.
  6. After baking, add fresh toppings like avocado or sour cream as desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 780IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture. Customize toppings based on preferences.

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