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Mediterranean Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes topped with feta cheese

Mushroom And Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
  • Red pepper flakes for garnish

Method
 

  1. Roast Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Prick potatoes with a fork, rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, and bake on a tray for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the remaining oil in a skillet. Sauté onions for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Brown Mushrooms: Add mushrooms to the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes to brown, then stir and cook for another 4 minutes. Add garlic for the final 60 seconds.
  4. Wilt Spinach: Add spinach to the pan. Toss until just wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stuff: Slice the baked potatoes open. Fluff the flesh with a fork and pile the mushroom-spinach mixture inside.
  6. Garnish: Top with feta and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Don't Rush the Roast: Ensure the sweet potatoes are completely soft to the touch before removing from the oven; the natural sugars need time to caramelize for the best flavor.
  • Mushroom Moisture: Cook mushrooms in a single layer without stirring for the first 3 minutes. This allows them to brown properly rather than steaming in their own liquid.
  • Spinach Prep: If using frozen spinach instead of fresh, ensure it is completely thawed and squeezed dry to avoid a watery filling.
  • Vegan Swap: To make this 100% plant-based, omit the feta or replace it with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast or toasted pine nuts.
  • Flavor Tip: A tiny splash of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice added to the mushroom sauté at the very end enhances the earthy flavors.
  • Storage: Keep the filling and potatoes in separate containers if possible to maintain the best texture during reheating.