Beef & Pepper Stuffed Sweet Potatoes With Greens
Tender sweet potatoes stuffed with savory ground beef and bell peppers. Served alongside vibrant mixed greens for a complete, satisfying meal.
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
The microwave method makes this a genuinely fast weeknight dinner, but you can always roast a batch of sweet potatoes on Sunday to use throughout the week.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep large bell pepper (diced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Next: Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with…
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Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with…
Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork. Microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until tender. (If you prefer, you can bake them at 400°F for 45 to 50 minutes).
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While the potatoes cook
While the potatoes cook, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart, and season generously with salt, black pepper, and your choice of garlic powder or smoked paprika.
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Once the beef is mostly browned
Once the beef is mostly browned, add the diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the peppers soften, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet
Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet, stirring well to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
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Slice the cooked sweet potatoes open lengthwise
Slice the cooked sweet potatoes open lengthwise. Fluff the insides slightly with a fork and generously spoon the beef and pepper mixture into the center of each.
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Toss the mixed greens with a drizzle…
Toss the mixed greens with a drizzle of olive oil, the vinegar or lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Serve the vibrant salad alongside your stuffed potatoes.
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The nutrition underneath
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The microwave method makes this a…
The microwave method makes this a genuinely fast weeknight dinner, but you can always roast a batch of sweet potatoes on Sunday to use throughout the week.
Look for plain canned tomato sauce…
Look for plain canned tomato sauce or passata with no added sugar to keep this meal Whole30 and Paleo compliant.
Any leftover meat mixture stores beautifully…
Any leftover meat mixture stores beautifully in an airtight container for up to 3 days and is great over a morning egg scramble.
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