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A colorful baked dish featuring golden roasted sweet potato cubes topped with seasoned ground turkey and melted cheese, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic white plate, with vibrant vegetables in the background and natural light highlighting the textures and warm tones.

Hearty Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake for Easy Weeknight Dinners

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A nutritious and flavorful baked dish blending ground turkey and sweet potatoes, perfect for a quick, wholesome dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add ground turkey, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, toss diced sweet potatoes with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  5. Layer roasted sweet potatoes and cooked ground turkey mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese on top.
  6. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute shredded cheese with a dairy-free alternative for a vegan option.
  • To make this dish low-carb, serve without cheese or with a side salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking, sautéing, roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy, Protein-rich

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg