Why I Love This Recipe

Sweet potatoes make the perfect excuse to switch up taco night. They get soft and caramelized in the oven, then are loaded up with seasoned turkey, melty cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings. It’s one of those dinners that feels comforting and satisfying while still being packed with wholesome ingredients, and it’s always a hit around my table.

Enjoying The Recipes

These are best assembled fresh, but the filling and sweet potatoes are great to prep ahead for easy meals throughout the week.

Storing

Store the roasted sweet potatoes, taco meat, cheese, and toppings in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Wait to add the guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro until you’re ready to serve.

Reheating

Warm the sweet potatoes and taco meat in the microwave or oven until heated through. Top with the cheese so it gets nice and melty, then finish with the fresh toppings just before serving.

A plate with an open face sweet potato with ground turkey, melted cheese, guacamole, salsa, sour cream and fresh cilantro.
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Sweet Potato Taco Boats

If taco night needs a little refresh, these Sweet Potato Taco Boats are such a fun way to mix things up. They're loaded with seasoned turkey, melty cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings for an easy dinner that's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
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Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey or beef
  • 1 taco seasoning packet
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • Avocado oil spray
Optional toppings
  • Salsa
  • Sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Guacamole
  • Diced red onion
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Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  • Use a fork to poke a few holes in each sweet potato, then microwave them for 2 minutes. This softens them slightly and makes them much easier to slice.
  • Cut each sweet potato lengthwise into about 1-inch thick slices. You should get about 4-5 slices per potato, depending on the size.
  • Arrange the slices on a baking sheet, lightly spray with avocado oil, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork tender.
  • While the sweet potatoes roast, cook the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through, stir in your taco seasoning according to the package.
  • When the sweet potatoes are done roasting, spoon the seasoned taco meat onto each slice and top with the shredded cheese. Return the pan to the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  • Finish with your favorite taco toppings. I love adding sour cream, guacamole, fresh cilantro, and salsa before serving.

Equipment

large baking sheet
cutting board
saute pan

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 2g