Loaded Sweet Potato Boats

Loaded Sweet Potato Boats

Roasted sweet potatoes loaded with juicy taco-seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, fresh toppings, and our signature extra boost of benefits from our Spicetein’s Taco Seasoning. A hearty twist on your favorite weeknight meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90 lean/10 fat)
  • 2 servings Spicetein Taco Seasoning
  • ¼ cup water or beef bone broth
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • ½ cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

Prepare:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C). Wash and poke sweet potatoes with a fork. Bake for 45 minutes until soft.

Saute:

  • While they bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and saute until translucent.

Simmer:

  • Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Stir in 2 servings of Spicetein Taco seasoning, add water or beef bone broth. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Built Your Boats:

  • Slice sweet potatoes lengthwise and gently fluff the inside with a fork.
  • Fill each with the taco beef mixture. Top each with cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, ½ avocado, and cilantro.
  • Serve hot and dig in with a fork or eat taco-style with the potato skin.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 460
Protein: 32g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fat: 25g
Fiber: 8g

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