Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potato with Cottage Cheese, Avocado & Black Beans

A high-fiber, high-protein, naturally gluten-free meal that’s filling, fresh, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

 Time & Yield

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 40–45 minutes
• Total: ~50 minutes
• Serves: 2 (or 1 very hearty serving)

 Ingredients

Base

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Filling

• 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
• 1 cup black beans, cooked, drained & rinsed
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

Mediterranean Drizzle (Optional but Recommended)

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Pinch chili flakes
• Salt, to taste

 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Bake the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Pierce sweet potatoes several times with a fork.
3. Rub lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt & pepper.
4. Place on a baking tray and bake 40–45 minutes until fork-tender.

👉 Shortcut: Microwave 6–8 minutes, turning halfway.

2️⃣ Prepare the Filling

• In a bowl, gently mix black beans, tomatoes, onion, herbs, salt, and pepper.
• Dice avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.

3️⃣ Make the Drizzle

• Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, chili flakes, and salt.

4️⃣ Assemble

1. Slice baked sweet potatoes lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork.
2. Spoon cottage cheese generously into each potato.
3. Top with black bean mix and avocado.
4. Drizzle with Mediterranean sauce.

5️⃣ Serve

• Enjoy warm or room temperature.
• Optional garnish: extra herbs or cracked black pepper.

 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 430–470
• Protein: 24–28 g
• Fiber: 14–16 g
• Carbs: 45–50 g
• Healthy fats: from avocado & olive oil

Nut & Allergen Information

 Nut-Free Recipe

• Contains NO peanuts or tree nuts.

 Other Allergens

• Dairy: cottage cheese
• Legumes: black beans

Safe Substitutions

• Dairy-free: use soy cottage cheese, silken tofu, or Greek-style plant yogurt
• Bean-free: use lentils or chickpeas (if tolerated)

 Q & A

Q1: Can I make this vegan?

Yes ✔

• Replace cottage cheese with mashed tofu, hummus, or dairy-free cottage cheese.

Q2: Is this good for weight loss?

Absolutely.

• High fiber + high protein = keeps you full longer.
• Use low-fat cottage cheese for fewer calories.

Q3: Can I meal-prep this?

Yes.

• Store baked sweet potatoes separately (up to 4 days refrigerated).
• Add toppings fresh when serving.

Q4: Can I air-fry the sweet potatoes?

Yes.

• Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 30–35 minutes, flipping once.

Q5: Can I add more protein?

Great options:

• Grilled chicken
• Tuna
• Boiled eggs
• Extra cottage cheese

Q6: What herbs work best?

• Parsley
• Cilantro
• Basil
• Dill (Mediterranean twist)

Q7: Can kids eat this?

Yes 👍

• Mild flavor
• Skip onion and chili flakes for kids.

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Sara Mitchell

Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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