Sweet Potato Skins – Texmex Style

Sweet potatoes are not only delicious but also a great source of dietary fiber and vitamins A and C. They are a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine, adding a unique flavor and texture to various dishes.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Sweet Potato Skins – Texmex Style

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Tex-Mex Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 medium-sized Sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Black beans
• ¹⁄₂ cup Corn kernels
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shredded cheese
• 2 sliced Green onions
• to taste for serving Sour cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes, then pat them dry.
3. Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise, and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer attached to the skin. Reserve the scooped-out flesh for another use.
4. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt.
5. Brush the mixture over the sweet potato skins, making sure to coat both the inside and outside.
6. Place the skins on a baking sheet, skin side down, and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until crisp and lightly browned.
7. In the meantime, prepare the filling by combining black beans and corn kernels in a bowl.
8. Remove the sweet potato skins from the oven and fill each skin with the bean and corn mixture.
9. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of each filled skin.
10. Return the skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions.
12. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 210kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 8g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.