Description
If you’re looking for an easy dinner idea that’s both comforting and nourishing, Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the perfect choice. Sweet, caramelized roasted potatoes filled with a rich, savory mix of mushrooms and spinach in a luscious cream sauce — it’s the kind of healthy snack or weeknight meal that tastes indulgent but comes together effortlessly. Whether you’re after a gluten-free dinner, meatless lunch, or simple food ideas to impress guests, this easy recipe checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
4 cups fresh spinach
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream or dairy-free cream
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork. Roast them for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
2. While the sweet potatoes bake, heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion or shallot for 3-4 minutes until soft.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and let them cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to brown. Stir and continue cooking for 6-8 minutes until golden and soft.
5. Add spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir continuously.
6. Lower the heat and pour in the cream. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper.
7. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice open and mash the insides lightly with a fork.
8. Spoon the creamy mushroom and spinach mixture into each potato.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Let the mushrooms brown without stirring too much to enhance flavor.
Use pre-roasted sweet potatoes for a quicker meal prep.
A splash of lemon juice at the end adds a nice brightness to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting + Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 25
Keywords: easy dinner, meatless meal, stuffed sweet potato, creamy mushroom, healthy comfort food