Description
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is a wholesome and satisfying dish that combines lean turkey with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, delivering a delicious, nutrient-rich meal that everyone will love. With its crunchy topping and tender filling, this bake is sure to become a new favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, then add ground turkey. Cook until browned.
- Mix roasted sweet potatoes into the turkey mixture; adjust seasonings if needed.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with bread crumbs, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add spices like paprika or cumin.- Feel free to mix in additional vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach before baking.- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for up to three months.