Description
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is a delicious and nutritious one-pan meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Packed with lean protein, colorful veggies, and flavorful spices, this gluten-free dish is sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Ground Turkey Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Veggies and Toppings:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Ground Turkey: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add ground turkey, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Add Veggies: Stir in sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook until tender.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncover, add cheese, and bake for another 10–15 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for easy weeknight meals.
- Feel free to swap in other veggies like spinach or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
