Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Ground Beef and Avocado

Name: Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Ground Beef and Avocado
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes; 1 lb ground beef; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup cottage cheese; 1 avocado, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil (for drizzle); 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Stuffed sweet potatoes with ground beef and avocado are a hearty, balanced meal that pairs seasoned ground beef and creamy cottage cheese atop a baked sweet potato, finished with fresh sliced avocado for richness.

🌍American 🏷️Stuffed sweet potato 🏷️Sweet potato 🏷️Ground beef 🏷️Avocado Cottage cheese

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🏷️Healthy dinner

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Total

1h

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprikaoptional
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 avocado, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil (for drizzle)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes all over with a fork and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
2
While the potatoes are baking, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
3
Season the cooked beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine and set aside.
4
To make the chili drizzle, combine 2 tbsp olive oil and the red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
5
Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, slice them open lengthwise. Gently fluff the inside with a fork.
6
Assemble the potatoes by topping the flesh with the seasoned ground beef, a dollop of cottage cheese, and sliced avocado.
7
Drizzle with the chili oil and finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to prevent bursting and promote even cooking.
Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no pink remains; drain excess fat before adding spices for a cleaner dish.
Slice the avocado as close to serving time as possible to maintain its color and creamy texture.
Warm the cottage cheese slightly before topping if serving hot—cold cottage cheese can cool the dish faster than desired.

Substitutions

Greek yogurt → cottage cheese (adds tang, slightly thinner consistency)
Smoked paprika → regular paprika or chili powder (reduces smokiness, adjust heat to taste)
Ground beef → ground turkey or ground lamb (affects richness; use same weight)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled stuffed potatoes (filling and potato separate from avocado) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat filling and potato at 350°F for 10–12 minutes; add fresh avocado before serving.

Common Questions

Can I make these stuffed sweet potatoes ahead of time?

Yes. Bake the sweet potatoes and cook the ground beef filling up to 2 days ahead. Refrigerate separately and reheat before assembling with cottage cheese and avocado.