How to Make Avocado Stuffed Yams - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a healthy, delicious, and filling meal, look no further than these avocado stuffed yams. This recipe combines the creamy richness of avocado with the sweet and earthy flavors of yams for a satisfying dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or just looking to add more plant-based meals to your diet, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.

Yams, often confused with sweet potatoes, are a staple in many cuisines around the wor...

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Ingredients

  • 4 (8 ounce) yams
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place yams on a baking sheet.
  • Bake yams for 40 minutes, or until tender, turning occasionally. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the red pepper, avocado, cilantro, olive oil, green onions, cumin and lime juice.
  • Cut yams in half lengthwise, and fluff the centers with a fork. Top with the avocado stuffing. Season with salt and pepper, and top with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  • Nutrition

    703 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 246mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 76g
    • Dietary Fiber: 17g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 93mg
    • Calcium: 313mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 2490mg