Colorful Veggie-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These colorful veggie-stuffed sweet potatoes are a hearty and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The sweet potatoes are roasted until tender, then split open and filled with a flavorful mixture of sautéed vegetables. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table.
The first time I had a veggie-stuffed sweet potato, I was instantly hooked. The combination of sweet and savory flavors was so addictive, and the dish was so easy to make. I've since experimented with different variations of the recipe, and this one is my favorite. The roasted sweet potatoes are perfectly tender, and the sautéed vegetables are flavorful and packed with nutrients. I also like to add a bit of crumbled feta cheese to the top of each potato for a salty and tangy flavor. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes and poke holes in them with a fork.
  3. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  4. While sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened.
  6. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Once sweet potatoes are cooked, split them open and stuff with the vegetable mixture.
  9. Top with feta cheese (optional) and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the sweet potatoes until tender ensures that they are cooked through and have a slightly caramelized exterior.
  • Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil until softened brings out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Adding a bit of crumbled feta cheese to the top of each potato adds a salty and tangy flavor that complements the sweetness of the potatoes and the savory flavor of the vegetables.