Description
A wholesome and hearty breakfast featuring baked sweet potatoes topped with perfectly cooked eggs, creamy avocado slices, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and smoked paprika, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying, perfect for a nourishing start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Toppings
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions or chives
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork, then rub them lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to season.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for easier handling.
- Prepare Sweet Potato Base: Slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the middle. Gently mash the inside flesh with a fork to create a soft bed. Evenly sprinkle ground cinnamon and smoked paprika over the mashed sweet potato for a warm, smoky flavor.
- Cook Eggs: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook the eggs to your preferred style (fried, scrambled, or poached).
- Assemble the Dish: Top each mashed sweet potato with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Place one cooked egg on top of each potato. Arrange the avocado slices over the eggs, then garnish with chopped green onions or chives.
- Serve: Add hot sauce if desired for an extra kick. Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious breakfast.
Notes
- Customize with additional toppings like sautéed spinach, turkey bacon, or a drizzle of nut butter for a sweet twist.
- Sweet potatoes can be baked ahead of time and refrigerated; simply reheat before assembling for a quick breakfast.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs and dairy toppings with plant-based alternatives like tofu scramble and vegan yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
