Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This recipe for Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes is an amazing way to pack in a ton of plant-based protein in a tasty, gluten-free and simple meal!


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
  • Sea salt to taste

to garnish:

  • 1 avocado mashed
  • Tahini
  • Hot sauce
  • Chopped cilantroInstructions

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Vìsìt mexican quinoa stuffed sweet potatoes @ simplyquinoa.com for full ìnstructìons.