How to Make Vegetarian Southwestern Potato Skins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and savory appetizer to serve at your next gathering or party? Look no further than these Vegetarian Southwestern Potato Skins! Packed full of flavor and satisfyingly crunchy, these potato skins are sure to be a hit with your guests. Whether you're catering to vegetarians or simply want to switch up your appetizer game, these Southwestern Potato Skins are the perfect choice.

These potato skins are a tasty twist on the classic loaded potato skins, with a Southwe...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup frozen corn, thawed
  • ¼ cup picante sauce
  • 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 potato skins

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Prick potatoes a few times with a fork. Rub potatoes with 1 teaspoon oil and set directly on the oven rack. Bake for 1 hour. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool until easily handled. Keep the oven on.
  • Cut the potatoes lengthwise and scoop out flesh to within 1/4 inch of skin. Brush remaining oil over the skins and sprinkle with salt. Place them on a baking sheet skin-side down and bake for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine black beans, corn, picante sauce, jalapeno, onion, lime juice, and cumin in a bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Divide filling between the potatoes and top with Cheddar cheese. Bake until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    342 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 1222mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 166mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1178mg