Description
These Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a hearty, healthy dish loaded with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese. The naturally sweet and creamy roasted sweet potatoes make the perfect base for this flavorful filling. A simple yet satisfying meal for any time of the year.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes:
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4 medium sweet potatoes
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2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Garlic Mushroom & Spinach Filling:
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8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups fresh spinach
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
For Garnish:
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Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
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Roast in the oven for 40–45 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
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Prepare the Filling:
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While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and browned, about 5–7 minutes.
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Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Stir in the spinach, salt, pepper, and oregano, and cook until the spinach wilts, about 2–3 minutes.
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Assemble the Stuffed Sweet Potatoes:
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Once the sweet potatoes are roasted, cut a slit down the center of each and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
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Stuff each sweet potato with the mushroom and spinach mixture.
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Top with crumbled feta cheese.
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Garnish and Serve:
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Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
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Notes
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For added protein, you can top the stuffed sweet potatoes with a fried egg or grilled chicken.
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These can also be served as a side dish by using smaller sweet potatoes.
- To make it vegan, simply omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean