Healthy Sweet Potato Skins Recipe

Name: Healthy Sweet Potato Skins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Medium Or Large Sweet Potatoes; 1 whole Shallot, Minced; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Butter; 1 package (5 Oz. Size) Baby Spinach; 2 ounces, weight Light Cream Cheese; 1/4 cups Light Sour Cream; 1 cup Chickpeas; Salt And Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Oil, Or As Needed; 1/4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Servings: persons

1
Bake sweet potatoes at 350 degrees F for 45-60 minutes, or until fork tender.
2
Cut sweet potatoes in half and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
3
While sweet potatoes are cooling, saute the shallots with the butter over medium heat until translucent.
4
Add fresh spinach and heat for 2-3 minutes, until spinach has cooked down.
5
Set aside.
6
Scrape the sweet potato out of the skins, leaving a thin layer inside with the skin so that it can stand up on its own.
7
Mash the sweet potato with the cream cheese and sour cream.
8
Stir in chickpeas, spinach, and salt and pepper to taste.
9
Coat potato skins with a drizzle of oil and bake for about 5 minutes to get a crispier outside.
10
Remove from the oven and fill each skin with the sweet potato mixture.
11
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
12
Bake again for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and filling is heated through.
13
Ive also topped these with bacon!

446

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Medium Or Large Sweet Potatoes, 1 whole Shallot, Minced, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Butter, 1 package (5 Oz. Size) Baby Spinach, and more.

Yes, Healthy Sweet Potato Skins falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Sweet Potato Skins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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