Tender baked sweet potatoes topped with a savory black bean and corn mix, melted cheese, and fresh garnishes.
# Components:
→ Sweet Potatoes
01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Black Bean & Corn Topping
04 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
05 - 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained if needed
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Cheese & Garnishes
11 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
12 - 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
13 - 1 small avocado, diced
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
16 - 1 small lime, cut into wedges
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Prick sweet potatoes several times with a fork, rub with olive oil, and sprinkle with kosher salt. Arrange them on the baking sheet.
02 - Bake sweet potatoes for 45 to 50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add black beans, corn, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through and aromatic.
04 - Once roasted, allow sweet potatoes to cool slightly. Slice each lengthwise and gently press to open a pocket. Fluff the interior with a fork.
05 - Divide the black bean and corn mixture evenly among the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
06 - Top each with sour cream or Greek yogurt, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, scallions, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.
