Description
These taco loaded baked potatoes combine the crispiness of baked potatoes with the bold, savory flavors of taco filling. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, they’re customizable, hearty, and naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
4 large russet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef or plant-based ground
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or plant-based cheese
1/4 cup sour cream or dairy-free yogurt
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub potatoes clean, prick with a fork, rub with olive oil, and place on oven rack or baking sheet. Bake for 45–60 minutes, until tender.
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or plant-based ground and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Add black beans and corn. Cook for 2–3 more minutes, then remove from heat.
- Once potatoes are baked, slice open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon taco filling into each potato and top with shredded cheese. Return to oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Remove from oven and top with sour cream, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
Use plant-based meat and dairy alternatives to make this recipe fully vegan.
Swap ground beef with shredded chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
Add diced bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.
Top with jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Leftover filling can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
