Description
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is a heartwarming dish that perfectly marries the savory flavors of ground turkey with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This one-pan meal is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients like fresh spinach and aromatic garlic. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, ensuring comfort and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- cumin
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground turkey to the skillet; cook until browned, seasoning with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- While the turkey cooks, peel and cube sweet potatoes; microwave or boil until just tender.
- Combine cooked sweet potatoes with the turkey and stir in fresh spinach until well mixed.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg