Tropical Stuffed Sweet Potatoes in the Microwave
Transform your weeknight dinner with these quick and vibrant Tropical Stuffed Sweet Potatoes made entirely in the microwave! This easy recipe brings a taste of the tropics to your table, combining tender sweet potatoes with a luscious filling of juicy pineapple chunks, creamy Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free twist), tangy lime juice, and lightly toasted shredded coconut. Sweetened with a touch of honey or maple syrup and topped with optional crunchy macadamia nuts or almonds, every bite is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a wholesome, gluten-free, and vegetarian option that's as nourishing as it is flavorful. Perfect as a light main course or a unique side, these tropical stuffed sweet potatoes are your shortcut to a taste of paradise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- 1 whole lime (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 cup chopped macadamia nuts or almonds (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and dry them with a clean towel. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while cooking.
Place the sweet potatoes on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Flip them over and microwave for another 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife. Let them cool slightly.
While the sweet potatoes are cooking, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, Greek yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, honey (or maple syrup), and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them open lengthwise and gently fluff the inside flesh with a fork to make space for the filling.
Divide the tropical filling evenly between the two sweet potatoes, spooning it into the center and mounding it slightly on top.
Optional: Sprinkle with chopped macadamia nuts or almonds for added crunch.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the tropical flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 790 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.5 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 788 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
