This recipe for Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes is a tasty, gluten-free and simple meal made with plant-based protein.
I have long been obsessed with sweet potatoes. They're one of those ingredients that I have in my pantry every single week and we never get sick of.
Part of what I love about sweet potatoes is their versatility. You can cook them a ton of different ways and they can be used in salads, bowls, as a side and more.
But sweet potatoes in our house are usually not the star of the show. They're there as a bonus or a side. Until now. Because when I whipped up these Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes…everything changed.
Perfectly Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Some people shy away from sweet potatoes because they’re higher in carbohydrates, but I see them as a great, satisfying base for a meal. They’re hearty, flavorful and incredibly versatile, which is why I was so excited to discover how delicious this recipe is.
This dish makes sweet potatoes the star by using them as the base and stuffing them with a quick Mexican-style quinoa mixture. It’s simple to make, full of flavor and perfect for an easy, plant-based meal.
Easy Mexican Quinoa
I've made quinoa stuffed sweet potatoes once before, but when I was dreaming up this recipe, my mind immediately went down the Mexican-inspired route.
So for our filling, we're making a quick saute of onions, peppers, frozen corn, black beans and quinoa. You can whip it together in about 10 minutes while the sweet potatoes are roasting and it has the most amazing flavor!
We're spicing it up with a ton of chili powder, some cumin, a touch of smoked paprika, and if you like heat like I do, some cayenne pepper. It pairs perfectly with the potatoes!
Serving up our Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
When I was serving these babies up I was thinking of them almost as an open face burrito! So we did a generous dollop of mashed avocado, a drizzle of tahini (my sour cream replacement) and hot sauce, and finishing things off with a sprinkle of cilantro.
Absolutely one of my favorite meals I've made in the last few weeks! I can't wait to see you make them and share what you think. Make sure to come back here and let us know in the comments section ????
If you are looking to try other Mexican-inspired dishes, you might try my Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers.
More Easy Mexican Recipes
- Mexican Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
- Sweet Potato Quinoa Nachos
- Vegan Jackfruit Enchiladas Verdes
- Spicy Green Mexican Quinoa
- Vegan Refried Bean Dip
Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup canned black beans drained & rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and prick with a fork. Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add corn, quinoa, black beans and spices and cook 2 - 3 more minutes.
- When sweet potatoes are fork tender, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice in half and place each half on a plate. Top with quinoa mixture, avocado and a drizzle of both tahini and hot sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of cilantro and enjoy!
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