Vegan Loaded Baked Potato

Ingredients

Potatoes

4 large, russet or yukon gold

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Salt

to taste

Black beans

1 cup, canned, drained and rinsed

Avocado

1 large, diced

Tomatoes

1 cup, diced

Red onion

1/2 cup, finely chopped

Fresh cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped

Lime juice

2 tablespoons

Black pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and prick them several times with a fork to allow steam to escape. Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
3. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. While the potatoes are baking, prepare the topping: In a large bowl, combine the black beans, diced avocado, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
5. Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.
6. Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Use a fork to fluff the insides of each half, creating a fluffy base for your toppings.
7. Spoon the black bean and avocado mixture generously over each potato half.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your deliciously loaded baked potatoes!