Vegetarian Southwestern Stuffed Potato Skins

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Vegetarian Southwestern Stuffed Potato Skins.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, take your potatoes and give them a few good pricks with a fork—this helps steam escape while they bake.

3. Step 3

   Next, rub about a teaspoon of olive oil over each potato, ensuring they’re nicely coated.

4. Step 4

   Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and let them bake for about an hour, or until they’re tender and inviting.

5. Step 5

   Once they’re done, carefully transfer the potatoes to a cutting board and allow them to cool until they’re easy to handle, but keep that oven on because we’re not finished yet! When the potatoes have cooled enough to touch, slice them in half lengthwise and gently scoop out the fluffy insides, leaving about a quarter-inch of potato in the skin to keep them sturdy.

6. Step 6

   Brush the insides of the potato skins with a little more olive oil and sprinkle them with salt for that extra flavor.

7. Step 7

   Now, place the skins on a baking sheet, skin-side down, and pop them back in the oven for about five minutes to crisp up.

8. Step 8

   While the skins are getting nice and toasty, let’s whip up a delicious filling! In a mixing bowl, combine black beans, thawed corn, picante sauce, minced jalapeño, diced red onion, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and a dash of ground cumin.

9. Step 9

   Stir everything together until it’s well mixed and bursting with flavor.

10. Step 10

    Once your potato skins are ready, it’s time to fill them! Spoon the tasty mixture evenly into each skin, then sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Cheddar cheese on top.

11. Step 11

    Return the filled potato skins to the oven and bake them for another five minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

12. Step 12

    And there you have it—crispy, cheesy potato skins filled with a zesty bean and corn mixture that’s sure to impress! Enjoy your delicious creation as a snack, appetizer, or even a light meal.

13. Step 13

    Happy cooking!.