If you haven’t caught the #bakedpotatoflight craze yet, it’s time to get on board! TikTok is buzzing over this mouthwatering trend and we’ve got three stuffed baked potato recipes you need to try right now. Created by Naomi Teal, these loaded spuds could cure your hangover, fuel you for the toughest of mornings and power your post-workout recovery. Plus, they’re decadent, delicious — but totally good for you!The Loaded Breakfast This bad boy, with shiitake mushrooms, eggs and asparagus is going to get you going. Shiitake mushrooms are great for its vitamin D and B’s. They also improve energy levels and brain function, reduce inflammation and support your immune system.
Breakfast Stuffed Potatoes
Start your day with this loaded breakfast spud. Packed with shiitake mushrooms, eggs and asparagus, it’s the morning boost you need to power through your day.
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Lunch
Servings 1 serving
1 medium sweet potato40g shiitake mushrooms (sliced)handful of spinach1 tbsp coconut oil4 asparagus2 medium eggspinch of sea salt and pepper
Bake the sweet potato at 180° for 45 minutes until completely cooked through, once cooked take out and leave the oven on.Prepare a small pan with water and bring to boil. Whilst the sweet potato is baking gently heat the coconut oil in a pan and add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and cook on a medium heat for 2-3 minutes, take off the heat and throw in the spinach to slightly wilt.Halve your baked sweet potato and spoon out 3 tbsp from each half (still leaving some sweet potato inside), add the mushroom and spinach and then crack open each egg carefully and put into each potato half.Place on a baking tray and place in the oven, cook for 4 minutes for a medium runny yolk.Whilst they are cooking blanch the asparagus in the pan of boiling water for 3 minutes, aldente preferably, then strain. Plate the loaded potato halves and use the asparagus to dip in your yolks — oh yes!
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READ MORE: Your Ultimate Protein Pancake RecipeThe Stuffed Potatoes Hangover CureOne too many shots last night? Restore those depleted nutrients with essential electrolytes. Cure those greasy fat cravings with healthier fats like cashews and avocado, while protein-rich turkey and black beans give your energy levels a much-needed boost.
Protein-Rich Stuffed Potatoes
Recharge with this nutrient-packed spud. Essential electrolytes, healthy fats from cashews and avocado, plus protein-rich turkey and black beans will restore your energy and curb cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes minsCook Time 40 minutes mins
Course Lunch, Side Dish
Servings 1 serving
1 sweet potato125g minced turkey or finely diced breast8 cherry tomatoes1 tsp apple cider vinegar½ tsp garlic finely choppedpinch of chilli powderpinch of smoked paprika½ tsp brown miso paste2 tbsp coconut oil50g black beans3g coriander choppedpinch of salt and pepperGuacamole½ avocado½ lime juiced3g coriander choppedpinch of salt and pepperfresh red chilli a few thin slices to garnishCashew Cream50g raw cashews½ tsp tahini1 lemon juicedpinch of salt and pepper
Soak the cashews in a bowl with boiling water for 20 minutes.Wash then bake the potato at 180°C for 45 minutes until completely cooked through. Whilst the potato is baking, slowly heat the coconut oil in a pan and add the garlic and turkey, gently cook for 5 minutes. Then add the beans, chilli, paprika, vinegar, miso, salt, pepper and cook for a further 10 minutes on a low heat. Take off the heat and add the chopped coriander.Cashew cream: drain the cashews and blend all the ingredients together in a blender or Nutri-bullet until smooth.Guacamole: spoon out the flesh from the avocado and mash it in a small bowl with a fork and then mix in the remaining ingredients.Halve the baked potato, spoon out 2 tbsp from the middle of each half and add it to the beans and tomatoes, combine and spoon back into the skins.Add a generous spoonful of guacamole and cashew cream on top — don’t forget those fresh chilli slices for an extra kick!
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READ MORE: Try This Easy One-Pot Chicken, Basil And Tomato Orzo Recipe For Dinner Tonight The Post-Workout Fuel The potassium in the potato helps to prevent lactic acid build-up, which causes muscle cramps. The quinoa and black beans are essential proteins for muscle repair.
Post-Workout Stuffed Potatoes
Feeling drained after your workout? This stuffed baked potato is your perfect post-exercise snack. Packed with potassium to prevent muscle cramps and quinoa with black beans for essential protein, it’s designed to aid muscle recovery and replenish your energy.
Cook Time 43 minutes mins
Course Snack
Servings 1 serving
1 medium baking potato25g quinoa3 dried apricot diced1 hand full fresh parsley½ hand full fresh mint¼ red onion finely diced5 cherry tomatoes halved1 tsp lemon juice1 tsp apple cider vinegar1 tsp extra virgin olive oil¼ can can black beans rinsed2 tbsp tomato sauce2 tsp mayonnaise you can use vegan mayo1 spring onion dicedsproats for toppingpinch of sea salt and pepper
Bake the potato at 180*C for 45 minutes until completely cooked through. Whilst the potato is baking boil the quinoa for 10 – 15 minutes until done, then drain.Finely chop the parsley and the mint and mix with the quinoa along with the apricot, tomatoes, onion, lemon juice, vinegar and olive oil — combine.Halve the potato and and top with the quinoa mixture, some tomato sauce, black beans, mayonnaise, spring onion and sproats.
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Editor-Approved Potato Flight Combos:Our editors are all in on the potato flight trend and these are the combos we’re currently obsessed with:Gotlhokwang Angoma-Mzini, Editor: Caramelised onions and mushrooms with finely chopped red, yellow and green peppers, spicy mince and a gooey cheese topping.Kelleigh Korevaar, Managing Editor: Think disco fries with a twist—spring onion, creamy chilli sauce, mozzarella and maybe a bit of crispy bacon for that extra protein boost.Michelle October, Features Editor: A mix of chicken mayo, green onion, spinach, chilli flakes and crispy onions on top for crunch.Chamain van Zyl, Online Editor: Aromat and sour cream on a baked potato, always a win. But to elevate it, try taco-spiced mince, guacamole, sour cream and a fresh salsa salad. Pure bliss!Looking for more recipes? More