Delicious Guacamole Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This recipe combines the creamy goodness of guacamole with the sweetness of sweet potatoes for a mouthwatering dish. It's perfect as a side dish or a main course for a vegetarian meal. The sweet potatoes are baked until tender and then filled with a flavorful guacamole mixture, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal you'll love. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation, these guacamole stuffed sweet potatoes will become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Scrub the sweet potatoes and pat them dry. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until tender.
3. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the guacamole mixture. In a bowl, mash the avocados until smooth.
4. Add the red onion, tomato, jalapeno, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocados. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let cool slightly.
6. Cut a slit lengthwise on the top of each sweet potato and gently squeeze the ends to create an opening. Use a fork to slightly mash the inside of the sweet potatoes, creating a pocket for the guacamole.
7. Spoon the guacamole mixture into the pockets of the sweet potatoes. You can be generous with the filling.
8. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm.

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