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Grab a sweet potato and get dinner on the table with these delicious recipes. The sweet potato is an incredibly versatile vegetable and can be made into noodles, rice or simply stuffed to make a healthy dinner. Recipes like Sweet Potato-Black Bean Burgers and Chicken Burrito Bowls with Sweet Potato Rice are tasty, filling and make the most of the sweet potato.

01of 25Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus DressingView RecipeHearty yet simple to prepare, this stuffed sweet potato with black beans, kale and hummus dressing is a fantastic 5-ingredient lunch for one! Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017

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Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing

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Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing

Hearty yet simple to prepare, this stuffed sweet potato with black beans, kale and hummus dressing is a fantastic 5-ingredient lunch for one! Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017

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Sweet Potato-Peanut Bisque

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Loaded Sweet Potato Nacho Fries

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04of 25Sweet Potato Carbonara with Spinach & MushroomsView RecipeLoaded with veggies, this spiralized sweet potato vegetable noodles recipe–our healthy take on a traditional carbonara recipe–achieves superfood status with the addition of spinach and mushrooms. Look for large, straight sweet potatoes to make the longest veggie noodles. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2016

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Sweet Potato Carbonara with Spinach & Mushrooms

Sweet Potato Carbonara with Spinach & Mushrooms

Loaded with veggies, this spiralized sweet potato vegetable noodles recipe–our healthy take on a traditional carbonara recipe–achieves superfood status with the addition of spinach and mushrooms. Look for large, straight sweet potatoes to make the longest veggie noodles. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2016

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Sweet Potato-Black Bean Burgers

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06of 25Chicken Curry Stuffed Sweet PotatoesView RecipeUse convenience ingredients, like cooked chicken (leftover or purchased) and store-bought curry sauce to whip up these easy loaded baked potatoes. We call for cauliflower in this recipe, but feel free to sub in whatever veggies you have on hand for a quick and easy dinner. You can also swap the sweet potatoes for russets. Source: EatingWell Magazine, October 2019

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Chicken Curry Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Use convenience ingredients, like cooked chicken (leftover or purchased) and store-bought curry sauce to whip up these easy loaded baked potatoes. We call for cauliflower in this recipe, but feel free to sub in whatever veggies you have on hand for a quick and easy dinner. You can also swap the sweet potatoes for russets. Source: EatingWell Magazine, October 2019

07of 25Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili with Crunchy Tostadas & AvocadoThis easy chili recipe comes together very quickly, making it a great weeknight soup (or last-minute dinner anytime). This chili has a ton of flavor and tastes light and clean, yet it’s filling and has a hearty texture. If you don’t have a cinnamon stick, you can substitute with a 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2019

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Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili with Crunchy Tostadas & Avocado

This easy chili recipe comes together very quickly, making it a great weeknight soup (or last-minute dinner anytime). This chili has a ton of flavor and tastes light and clean, yet it’s filling and has a hearty texture. If you don’t have a cinnamon stick, you can substitute with a 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2019

08of 25Sweet Potato & Sausage StrataA strata, especially this one that can be prepared the day before, is a brilliant idea for feeding a house full of guests. Hot Italian sausage balances the sweetness of the sweet potatoes and gives this healthy breakfast casserole a kick. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018

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Sweet Potato & Sausage Strata

A strata, especially this one that can be prepared the day before, is a brilliant idea for feeding a house full of guests. Hot Italian sausage balances the sweetness of the sweet potatoes and gives this healthy breakfast casserole a kick. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018

09of 25Sweet Potato Pad ThaiView RecipeSweet potato “noodles” (spiralized sweet potatoes) are a nutritious, gluten-free alternative to starchy rice or wheat noodles. Look for them in the produce department of your supermarket. If you have a spiralizer, you can certainly make your own “swoodles” (start with 2 medium sweet potatoes). Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

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Sweet Potato Pad Thai

Sweet Potato Pad Thai

Sweet potato “noodles” (spiralized sweet potatoes) are a nutritious, gluten-free alternative to starchy rice or wheat noodles. Look for them in the produce department of your supermarket. If you have a spiralizer, you can certainly make your own “swoodles” (start with 2 medium sweet potatoes). Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

10of 25Chicken Burrito Bowls with Sweet Potato RiceTired of cauliflower “rice” but looking for a low-carb swap for regular rice for your burrito bowl? Try sweet potato. Creating sweet potato “rice” is a two-step process. First, cut the sweet potatoes into long thin strands using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Then, pulse the sweet potato strands into small, ricelike pieces in a food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018

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Chicken Burrito Bowls with Sweet Potato Rice

Tired of cauliflower “rice” but looking for a low-carb swap for regular rice for your burrito bowl? Try sweet potato. Creating sweet potato “rice” is a two-step process. First, cut the sweet potatoes into long thin strands using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Then, pulse the sweet potato strands into small, ricelike pieces in a food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018

11of 25Sweet Potato Pommes Anna (Layered Potato Casserole)View RecipeThis multicolored galette is a fun twist on the classic dish made with white potatoes. Don’t worry if you only have one type of sweet potato, the result will still be beautiful. The bottom bakes to a potato-chip crisp with a caramelly sweetness, while the interior becomes melt-in-your-mouth rich. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018

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Sweet Potato Pommes Anna (Layered Potato Casserole)

Sweet Potato Pommes Anna (Layered Potato Casserole)

This multicolored galette is a fun twist on the classic dish made with white potatoes. Don’t worry if you only have one type of sweet potato, the result will still be beautiful. The bottom bakes to a potato-chip crisp with a caramelly sweetness, while the interior becomes melt-in-your-mouth rich. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018

12of 25Kale & Roasted Sweet Potato HashView RecipeThis one-pan hash makes an easy fall dinner or a simple dish for a healthy brunch. You can even poach the eggs ahead of time–slip them into steaming-hot water to rewarm them just before serving. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Kale & Roasted Sweet Potato Hash

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This one-pan hash makes an easy fall dinner or a simple dish for a healthy brunch. You can even poach the eggs ahead of time–slip them into steaming-hot water to rewarm them just before serving. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

13of 25Loaded Sweet PotatoesView RecipeCheddar cheese, scallions and bacon flavor these “twice baked” sweet potatoes. Cooking the sweet potatoes in the microwave first (instead of baking them) helps keep this easy recipe quick. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2020

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Loaded Sweet Potatoes

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Cheddar cheese, scallions and bacon flavor these “twice baked” sweet potatoes. Cooking the sweet potatoes in the microwave first (instead of baking them) helps keep this easy recipe quick. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2020

14of 25Maple-Mustard Pork with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & CauliflowerView RecipeThe combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy mustard makes a flavorful marinade for quick-cooking pork loin chops in this healthy dinner recipe. Serve with roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower for an easy, tasty meal that’s ready in under a half an hour (if you marinate the pork ahead of time). Source: What to Eat with Diabetes 2019

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Maple-Mustard Pork with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Cauliflower

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The combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy mustard makes a flavorful marinade for quick-cooking pork loin chops in this healthy dinner recipe. Serve with roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower for an easy, tasty meal that’s ready in under a half an hour (if you marinate the pork ahead of time). Source: What to Eat with Diabetes 2019

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Sweet Potato Hash Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Sweet Potato Hash Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

16of 25Sweet Potato, Kale & Chicken Salad with Peanut DressingView RecipeThese hearty kale salads hold up well for 4 days, making them perfect for meal-prep lunches. To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving. For a delicious vegan option, swap in roasted tofu for the chicken breast (see Associated Recipes). Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

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Sweet Potato, Kale & Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

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These hearty kale salads hold up well for 4 days, making them perfect for meal-prep lunches. To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving. For a delicious vegan option, swap in roasted tofu for the chicken breast (see Associated Recipes). Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

17of 25Coconut-Curry Cod Stew with Sweet Potato & RiceView RecipeThis hearty coconut curry is warm and comforting, thanks to tender sweet potatoes and a hint of spice. This easy curry recipe can be on the table in less than an hour. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Coconut-Curry Cod Stew with Sweet Potato & Rice

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This hearty coconut curry is warm and comforting, thanks to tender sweet potatoes and a hint of spice. This easy curry recipe can be on the table in less than an hour. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Sweet Potato Soup with Crispy Tortilla Topping

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19of 25Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with ChiliView RecipeSweet potatoes pair wonderfully with this simple chili recipe. Add one more chipotle pepper if you want to spice up this healthy sweet potato recipe. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Chili

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Sweet potatoes pair wonderfully with this simple chili recipe. Add one more chipotle pepper if you want to spice up this healthy sweet potato recipe. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Steak Enchilada Bowls with Sweet Potato Rice

21of 25Chicken, Quinoa & Sweet Potato CasseroleView RecipeThis protein-loaded chicken and sweet potato casserole dish is made with multicolored quinoa, a blend of white, red and black varieties, but any color will work. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2019

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Chicken, Quinoa & Sweet Potato Casserole

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This protein-loaded chicken and sweet potato casserole dish is made with multicolored quinoa, a blend of white, red and black varieties, but any color will work. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2019

22of 25Taco Sweet Potato Shepherd’s PieView RecipeRevamp traditional shepherd’s pie with this Tex-Mex take on the classic comfort food with taco seasoning, black beans and a little jalapeño. The flavor- and veggie-packed filling gets topped with cilantro-lime sweet potatoes for a satisfying and healthy dinner recipe. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2018

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Taco Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

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Revamp traditional shepherd’s pie with this Tex-Mex take on the classic comfort food with taco seasoning, black beans and a little jalapeño. The flavor- and veggie-packed filling gets topped with cilantro-lime sweet potatoes for a satisfying and healthy dinner recipe. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2018

23of 25Sweet Potato & Black Bean ChiliView RecipeMake a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night. We love the smoky heat from the ground chipotle, but omit it if you prefer a mild chili. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread and coleslaw. Source: EatingWell Soups Special Issue April 2016

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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

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Make a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night. We love the smoky heat from the ground chipotle, but omit it if you prefer a mild chili. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread and coleslaw. Source: EatingWell Soups Special Issue April 2016

24of 25Rosemary Chicken with Sweet PotatoesView RecipeChicken and sweet potatoes unite with the delicious taste of rosemary in this easy, one-skillet meal. Because we use parcooked and unseasoned sweet potatoes, the cooking time is much shorter–making this recipe perfect for weeknight cooking. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Chicken and sweet potatoes unite with the delicious taste of rosemary in this easy, one-skillet meal. Because we use parcooked and unseasoned sweet potatoes, the cooking time is much shorter–making this recipe perfect for weeknight cooking. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

25of 25Broccoli-Cheddar Quiche with Sweet Potato CrustView RecipeShredded sweet potato creates a low-carb crust for this healthier quiche recipe. A classic broccoli and Cheddar filling makes this brunch classic an instant crowd-pleaser. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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Broccoli-Cheddar Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust

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Shredded sweet potato creates a low-carb crust for this healthier quiche recipe. A classic broccoli and Cheddar filling makes this brunch classic an instant crowd-pleaser. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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