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Protein Loaded Sweet Potato Boats

A wholesome and flavorful dish featuring sweet potatoes stuffed with your choice of protein and colorful veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Medium Sweet Potatoes
  • 12 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 1 Small Onion, Diced
  • 1 Bell Pepper, Diced
  • 1 to 1.5 Cups Protein of Choice
  • 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
  • Salt and Pepper, to Taste
  • 1 Cup Fresh Spinach
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Mozzarella, or Vegan Cheese Alternative)
  • Fresh Cilantro, Chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the sweet potatoes by washing them and poking holes with a fork.
  3. Coat the sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Bake the sweet potatoes for about 45-50 minutes until tender.
  5. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper in olive oil until soft.
  6. Add the protein, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and cook for the appropriate time.
  7. Stir in the fresh spinach until wilted.
  8. Combine the mixture with the scooped out sweet potato flesh and stuff each sweet potato half.
  9. Return the stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings or the protein used in this recipe to fit your dietary needs.

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Keywords: sweet potatoes, protein, healthy, meal prep, vegetarian