Description
If you’re in search of a comforting, nutritious meal that delights the whole family, the Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is your answer! This dish combines savory ground turkey with sweet, tender sweet potatoes, promising a hearty flavor that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies and spices, this recipe is an ideal candidate for meal prep—simply whip up a large batch at the beginning of the week for convenient and wholesome meals. Enjoy every comforting bite of this delightful bake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until softened (3-4 minutes), then add ground turkey, cooking until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and bell pepper with sweet potatoes. Add spices (smoked paprika, cumin, thyme) along with salt and pepper; cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for about 25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg