Mexican Baked Potato Skins

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Mexican Baked Potato Skins
45 min.
16
158kcal

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Are you ready to take your snacking experience to a whole new level? Introducing our delicious Mexican Baked Potato Skins – a perfect blend of taste, nutrition, and a fiesta of flavors! These scrumptious bites are gluten-free, making them ideal for anyone with dietary restrictions while still being an absolute crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a lively gathering or just looking for a creative appetizer, these baked potato skins are sure to be the star of the show.

Imagine crispy potato shells filled to the brim with a mouthwatering mixture of fresh corn, sautéed red peppers, zesty green onions, and a sprinkle of chili powder that adds just the right amount of kick. Topped off with reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, these potato skins offer a guilt-free indulgence that is rich in flavor without the extra calories. Each serving brings you only 158 calories, making them a smart choice for snack lovers!

Best of all, this delightful dish is easy to make and ready in just 45 minutes. The combination of textures – the crispy shells with the creamy filling – will have everyone reaching for seconds. So why wait? Gather your friends and family, and whip up these Mexican Baked Potato Skins for an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression! Serve them fresh from the oven, and watch as they disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • large baking potatoes 
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • 1.5 cups corn cut from cob fresh ( 3 ears)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • 0.5 cup green onions minced
  • ounces less-fat cheddar cheese 50%
  • tablespoon butter reduced-calorie
  • 0.5 cup nonfat cream alternative sour
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cup bell pepper diced sweet red finely
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Scrub potatoes; prick each potato several times with a fork.
  2. Bake at 400 for 1 hour or until potatoes are done.
  3. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; add margarine.
  4. Place over medium-high heat until margarine melts.
  5. Add red pepper and green onions; saute 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper; saute 3 minutes or until tender.
  6. Remove from heat, and let cool. Stir in sour cream and minced cilantro. Set aside.
  7. Allow potatoes to cool to touch.
  8. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out pulp, leaving about 1/8-inch-thick shells.
  9. Cut each shell in half lengthwise. Reserve potato pulp for another use.
  10. Place shells, skin side down, on an ungreased baking sheet; spray shells lightly with cooking spray.
  11. Bake at 425 for 15 minutes or until crisp. Spoon corn mixture evenly into shells; sprinkle evenly with cheese. Broil 5 1/2 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially opened) 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese melts.
  12. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.
  13. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories158kcal
Protein15.01%
Fat32.16%
Carbs52.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.98
Glycemic Load
13.37
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.4208695914434%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:158.27kcal
7.91%
Fat:5.85g
9%
Saturated Fat:2.95g
18.43%
Carbohydrates:21.63g
7.21%
Net Carbohydrates:19.78g
7.19%
Sugar:1.98g
2.2%
Cholesterol:14.82mg
4.94%
Sodium:159.17mg
6.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.14g
12.29%
Vitamin C:18.76mg
22.74%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
18.85%
Phosphorus:139.28mg
13.93%
Potassium:476.81mg
13.62%
Vitamin A:631.9IU
12.64%
Calcium:125.78mg
12.58%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.66%
Vitamin K:10.06µg
9.58%
Magnesium:33.05mg
8.26%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.42%
Fiber:1.85g
7.4%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.34%
Folate:28.91µg
7.23%
Selenium:4.93µg
7.04%
Vitamin B3:1.35mg
6.74%
Zinc:0.93mg
6.23%
Copper:0.12mg
5.79%
Iron:1.02mg
5.69%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.7%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.88%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.79%
Source:My Recipes