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    Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (vegan + gf)

    Published: Nov 23, 2022 · Modified: Dec 30, 2022 · by Tracy Halasz · 30 Comments

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    Stuffed baked sweet potatoes topped with tomatoes, avocado and black beans.

    These black bean stuffed sweet potatoes are easy to make and bursting with flavor and freshness. Loaded with plant-based protein and fresh veggies, these nourishing sweet potatoes are a family favorite just like my taco stuffed sweet potatoes! A simple, healthy lunch or weeknight dinner to feed your family.

    Close up of black bean stuffed sweet potato topped with guacamole, tomatoes and drizzled with hummus.

    If you love sweet potatoes, you've hit the jackpot. This is the mother of all stuffed sweet potato recipes. Filled with black beans, tomatoes, avocado, and a delicious dilly hummus drizzle, this flavor pairing is epic. Keep reading for step by step instructions, lots of tips and alternatives . . .

    Table of Contents hide
    1 Ingredients You'll Need
    2 Substitutions & Variations
    3 How to Make Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
    4 Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy?
    5 TIPS: How to Bake Sweet Potatoes (2 ways)!
    5.1 How to BAKE Sweet Potatoes
    5.2 How to ROAST Sweet Potatoes
    6 Is it okay to eat Sweet Potato Skins?
    7 More Delicious Vegan Recipes
    8 Easy Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (gf)
    8.1 INGREDIENTS
    8.1.1 Dilly Hummus Drizzle
    8.1.2 Avocado or Guacamole
    8.1.3 Baked Sweet Potato Toppings
    8.1.4 Optional Add Ons
    8.2 INSTRUCTIONS
    8.2.1 Bake the Sweet Potatoes
    8.2.2 Roasted Chickpeas (optional)
    8.2.3 Dilly Hummus Drizzle
    8.2.4 Avocado (or Guacamole)
    8.2.5 Putting It All Together (quick and easy)
    8.3 NOTES

    Ingredients You'll Need

    This Mexican spiced sweet potato is made with fresh, basic ingredients. Gather together sweet potatoes, black beans, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, fresh dill and cilantro, hummus, fresh lime and warming spices like cayenne, cumin, paprika and cinnamon.

    Substitutions & Variations

    These Mexican-inspired baked sweet potatoes are the perfect beginning to a delicious (and nutritious) vegan meal. It's so versatile, feel free to put your own fingerprints on the combination of flavor and textures you add. Here's a few ideas:

    • chickpeas - add chickpeas (raw or baked) for flavor and extra texture. You can bake them in the oven (see below) or make them ultra crunchy with this simple air fryer chickpea recipe.
    • vegan sauce - the dilly hummus is outstanding with these stuffed sweet potatoes, however, for a flavor variation try another sauce like: Sweet and Spicy Tahini Sauce and Vegan Tzatziki, Southwest Sauce or Spicy Cashew dressing (Tex-Mex).
    • avocado - dice, slice or skip the avocado if you don't like it. Or if you're obsessed with guacamole like my family is, make this quick vegan guacamole recipe.
    • add more toppings - top with pickled red onions, dairy free coleslaw or corn chips for extra crunchiness.
    • MILLION DOLLAR TIP (leftovers)- to make this meal (or the leftovers) stretch further, add a scoop of quinoa, rice, bulgur or couscous. Include some grilled frozen corn and a diced red or orange pepper.

    How to Make Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

    This is an easy recipe to manage.

    1. Preheat the oven.
    2. Prep the sweet potatoes and chickpeas (if using) - pop into the oven.
    3. Make the dilly hummus or vegan sauce of choice.
    4. Slice the avocados or make guacamole.
    5. Drain and rinse the black beans.
    6. Slice the tomatoes and green onions, and chop the cilantro/dill.
    7. Once the sweet potatoes are baked, pile with fillings, drizzle with sauce, garnish, and ENJOY!
    Two halves of sweet potatoes topped with chickpeas, black beans, avocado and sauce.

    Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy?

    You betcha!!! Besides tasting incredible, sweet potatoes pack a gigantic nutrient punch. Dr. Greger (How Not to Die) says that sweet potatoes are ranked one of the healthiest and cheapest superfoods for vegan, vegetarian and plant-based meals. Their antioxidant power (skin on) approaches that of blueberries.

    Sweet potatoes really are a superfood. You can serve them with almost anything - sweet or savory. Spoon vegan chili or bolognese sauce over baked sweet potatoes with a drizzle of cashew cream for a healthy vegan meal!

    TIPS: How to Bake Sweet Potatoes (2 ways)!

    Whether you bake or roast your sweet potatoes, both are delicious and both are baked without oil. The baked version is perfect for small - medium size potatoes they are sweet and tender. The roasted version is a great choice for medium to large size sweet potatoes. They are deliciously sweet and caramelized.

    Dutch oven full of baked sweet potatoes slit open.

    How to BAKE Sweet Potatoes

    1. Preheat oven to 425º F. Add a slice of parchment paper to a baking sheet.
    2. Wash and pat potatoes dry. Pierce with fork a number of times.
    3. Place on baking sheet in oven. Don't wrap in tinfoil - you want the skin to get crispy and caramelized.
    4. Cook for 30-45 minutes* or until tender when gently squeezed or fork tender.

      *The cooking time will vary depending on size of sweet potatoes.
    Baking tray of raw sliced sweet potatoes.

    How to ROAST Sweet Potatoes

    • Slice in half lengthwise. Sprinkle the cut side with lime juice, a light dusting of cinnamon, cumin, and garlic powder. Flip over and place cut side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in oven until soft and caramelized around 20-30 minutes.
    • NOTE: The timing will vary depending on how big the potatoes are and how hot your oven runs. Check on them periodically by gently squeezing them to check for softness or until they are easily pierced with a fork.
    • PRO TIP: you can remove some of the cooked potato if it's a BIG potato and save it in the fridge for use later in a taco bowl, chili, or vegan taco.

    Is it okay to eat Sweet Potato Skins?

    Yes! The potato skins have a lot of nutrients! I love the the crisp caramelized texture - drizzle with sweet and spicy tahini and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.

    Other ways to serve baked sweet potato skins: Loaded and twice baked with cheese and onions they're a real crowd pleaser! Or seasoned potato peelings? Toss with a sprinkle of seasoning and oil then baked, deep fried or cooked in the air fryer to crispy perfection - must try!

    Sweet potato stuffed with black beans avocado and tomatoes on a baking sheet.

    More Delicious Vegan Recipes

    If you're look for some more delicious vegan dinner ideas, here's a few of our favorites:

    • Creamy Mushroom Pasta
    • Delicious Vegan Tacos
    • The Best Vegan Chili
    • Italian Crusted Tofu Pasta
    • Tofu Marinade
    • Vegan Bolognese

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    Baked sweet potatoes stuffed with guacamole, chickpeas, tomatoes, black beans with a spicy dairy-free sauce on top

    Easy Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (gf)

    Sweet potato lovers rejoice! This Mexican inspired, black bean stuffed sweet potato recipe is a scrumptious, flavorful, healthy meal for lunch or dinner! It's easy to make, protein rich, gluten-free, oil-free, dairy-free and super yummy. Perfect make ahead or meal prep recipe that everyone loves!
    Author : Tracy Halasz
    Servings:4 people

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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins

    INGREDIENTS

    • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut in half*
    • ½ medium lime, juiced
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • 19 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed

    Dilly Hummus Drizzle

    • ½ cup hummus (store bought or homemade)
    • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
    • ½ medium lemon, juice (to taste)
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon maple syrup
    • 1-2 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
    • 1-2 tablespoon plant-based milk (for thinning)

    Avocado or Guacamole

    • 1 large avocado, sliced or diced

    Baked Sweet Potato Toppings

    • 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 2-3 green onions, sliced
    • cilantro, chopped
    • sriracha sauce

    Optional Add Ons

    • 19 oz can chickpeas
    • 1 cup cooked quinoa, rice or couscous

    INSTRUCTIONS
     

    Bake the Sweet Potatoes

    • Preheat oven to 400º F.
      Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Wash sweet potatoes, pat dry, and cut them in half lengthwise (leave skin on).
    • Squeeze lime juice on cut side of sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon, cumin, and salt.
    • Place cut side down on baking sheet.
      Bake for 25-40 minutes until soft and caramelized (cooking time will vary depending on size, how hot your oven runs, etc. - when you check them give a gentle squeeze - they should feel soft or easily pierced with a fork).

    Roasted Chickpeas (optional)

    • 1, 19 oz can of chickpeas (drain, rinse, pat dry, place in a bowl).
      Toss with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, pinch of salt, juice of ½ lemon (or lime), hot pepper flakes to taste.
    • Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet with sweet potato halves or on their own baking sheet.
    • Place in the oven (stir the chickpeas after 15 minutes - then check them after another 5 minutes - they will have to come out before the potatoes depending on how big your potatoes are). See air fryer instructions below!

    Dilly Hummus Drizzle

    • Use store-bought hummus or homemade Hummus
      Whisk together all the ingredients (except milk) in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning per taste. Thin with milk to drizzle consistency.

    Avocado (or Guacamole)

    • Slice the avocado or cut it into chunks to sprinkle over the baked sweet potatoes or make a quick guacamole recipe (recipe linked above)

    Putting It All Together (quick and easy)

    • Cut the tomatoes, green onions, and some dill (garnish) while the sweet potatoes are baking.
    • Once baked, pinch in the sides of the potatoes to break up the flesh. Then rough up the top of the potatoes with a fork if needed.
    • Sprinkle with black beans (or chickpeas if using), add a scoop of guacamole or diced avocado, drizzle with dilly hummus and sriracha sauce. Top with lots of juicy tomatoes, green onions, and chopped dill or cilantro.

    NOTES

    SWEET POTATOES: Choose smallish to medium sweet potatoes so they cook faster. Select potatoes that are close in size to each other so they cook at the same speed.
    OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: Roasted chickpeas and guacamole are extra (ha ha). But they add lots of texture, flavor, and nutrients. Please feel free to customize this baked sweet potato to your preferences and dietary needs. 
    AIR FRYER CHICKPEAS: check out this post for the crunchiest, easiest air fryer chickpeas. They make an incredible high-protein vegan snack too. Plus the recipe includes a delicious crunchy chocolate bark to make with leftover chickpeas.
    LEFTOVERS: Delicious for lunch or dinner the next day, these stuffed sweet potatoes are easy to reheat for a quick and healthy vegan meal in minutes. OR add a scoop of quinoa/rice to stretch the leftovers and serve with a rainbow side salad and steamed broccoli for dinner.
    STORAGE: Store the components separately in the fridge and then compile when ready to eat for best textural results.
    Recipe Inspiration from The Minimialist Baker

    This recipe is from simplyceecee.co food blog. All images and content are copyright protected. Please do not use my images or republish this recipe without prior permission. Thank you.

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    Original post July 2019

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    Comments

    1. Nele Liivlaid

      October 04, 2019 at 11:58 pm

      This looks smashing amazing (if you can use those words in the same sentence LOL). I absolutely love sweet potatoes and anything made out of them!

      Reply
      • simplyceecee

        October 05, 2019 at 1:05 pm

        Yes, by all means use both those words in the same sentence!!! Thank you!

        Reply
        • Miranda

          January 01, 2020 at 1:24 pm

          5 stars
          Super delicious! So easy to make! Love them!!

          Reply
          • simplyceecee

            January 01, 2020 at 1:28 pm

            Thank you, Miranda! I'm so happy you enjoyed them.

            Reply
    2. Karoline Beninger

      November 13, 2019 at 10:27 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious, so healthy, so easy - oh did I say how scrumptious these are?!!! and great colours and textures too.

      Reply
      • simplyceecee

        November 24, 2019 at 9:42 pm

        Thank you, Karoline. So happy you enjoyed!

        Reply
    3. Jenn

      January 02, 2020 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Best stuffed potatoes ever! Love these leftover or made hot!

      Reply
      • simplyceecee

        January 03, 2020 at 9:01 am

        Thank you, Jennifer. Yes these potatoes are so delicious!

        Reply
    4. Betty

      February 11, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      I didn't have an avocado or dill so I add fried onions. Since I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes I also made white potatoes and mixed the inside and did a double baked potato.

      Reply
      • simplyceecee

        February 13, 2020 at 9:19 am

        Sounds delicious! Hubby doesn't love sweet potatoes either so he has his on a baked jacket potato as well!

        Reply
        • Ana Alegria

          September 03, 2020 at 7:00 pm

          This sweet potato was absolutely delicious. As I was putting it together I couldn’t quite grasp what the flavors would be like in my mouth but I pushed through. What a delicious surprise! Thank you for this great recipe!

          Reply
          • Tracy Halasz

            September 19, 2020 at 3:17 pm

            I'm so happy you enjoyed it! Thank you for letting me know!

            Reply
    5. Georgina

      January 06, 2021 at 12:12 pm

      5 stars
      One of my new favourites! Flavours combine so perfectly!

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        January 06, 2021 at 12:33 pm

        Thank you so much! I'm happy you enjoyed!

        Reply
      • Isabelle

        March 20, 2021 at 4:26 pm

        5 stars
        I’m not vegan (or vegetarian) but have been incorporating more plant based meals in my diet as I’m weaning off meat. This recipe for sure will be a reoccurring one that I’ll be making. The cinnamon, cumin and lime juice on the sweet potato gives this meal a whole different experience. I didn’t use the hummus drizzle (I ran out of hummus) but will try it next time. Awesome flavours and my partner loved it too!

        Reply
        • Tracy Halasz

          March 21, 2021 at 4:36 pm

          Thank you so much! So happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed it!

          Reply
    6. Rob

      January 16, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      This. Was. Amazing! Easy...didn’t take too long. Enjoyed my time in the kitchen preparing this amazing meal. Thank you so much for sharing, it’s going into my rotation for sure! ????????????✌????❤️

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        January 17, 2021 at 7:39 am

        Thank you so much, Rob. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    7. Julie

      March 21, 2021 at 3:17 pm

      This was amazing, so easy and quick to make. The combination of sweet potato and guacamole was way more delicious than I anticipated !!!! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        March 21, 2021 at 4:35 pm

        Thank you! So happy you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    8. Andrea

      March 28, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      5 stars
      Insanely good!!! All the different flavors together! Yum!!

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        March 28, 2021 at 4:35 pm

        Thank you so much! I'm happy you enjoyed the recipe!

        Reply
    9. Peri

      September 06, 2021 at 6:43 pm

      5 stars
      These were amazing! I’m in love. My husband requested them at least once a week, he said. So great.

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        September 08, 2021 at 7:41 am

        Thank you so much. I'm so happy you enjoyed!

        Reply
    10. Arleigh

      February 01, 2022 at 9:23 pm

      I have never eaten anything this delicious! All the flavours are a party in your mouth. I ooohed and ahhhhed through the whole meal. Can’t wait to make it again…..maybe tomorrow!

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        February 01, 2022 at 10:22 pm

        Fantastic! Thank you so much for making it; so happy to hear you loved the recipe!

        Reply
    11. Francene Fahey

      March 07, 2022 at 8:15 pm

      5 stars
      Simply amazing! Easy to make and soooo yummy! The avacado crema was the perfect addition.
      Next time I make double so there are leftovers!

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        March 08, 2022 at 7:55 am

        Thank you so much for trying the recipe. I'm thrilled that you love it. Double batch is a great idea!

        Reply
    12. Colleen and Chris Miller

      June 15, 2022 at 9:50 pm

      5 stars
      Very simple and so delicious. I've been meaning to try this one for awhile - and wow!! I'll be rotating this one on our family menu. The Dilly Hummus Drizzle - Knock Out Sauce - YUM!!

      Reply
      • Tracy Halasz

        June 17, 2022 at 10:49 am

        Thank you, Colleen! This is one of my favorite, healthy vegan meals too. That sauce is practically drinkable!

        Reply

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