Loaded Baked Sweet Potato

A Loaded Baked Sweet Potato is a hearty, comforting dish featuring a whole baked sweet potato split open and topped with a generous array of savory and creamy ingredients. It typically includes toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chives, and sometimes bacon, black beans, or chili, transforming the simple vegetable into a complete, satisfying meal. This dish is a popular, customizable staple in American home cooking and casual dining.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a carbohydrate-rich meal, with the sweet potato providing complex carbs, fiber, and a wealth of vitamins like A and C. Depending on the toppings, it can also offer significant protein and fat, with a typical serving ranging from 400 to 700 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	345 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	58 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	950 mg
Vitamin A	1090 µg
Vitamin C	22 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.7 mg

Per 1 medium baked sweet potato (130 g) with toppings · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a modern, hearty twist on a simple baked vegetable, showcasing the versatility of sweet potatoes in savory American cuisine. Nutritionally, the sweet potato itself is a superfood, and the addition of protein-rich toppings like beans or cheese can create a surprisingly balanced and nutrient-dense meal.