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Colorful ground turkey and sweet potato bake in a rustic ceramic dish, topped with fresh herbs and lightly browned edges, styled on a wooden table with vibrant vegetables in the background

Healthy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake for Easy Weeknight Dinners

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A hearty and nutritious baked dish combining ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and colorful vegetables, seasoned and topped with fresh herbs for a wholesome meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook ground turkey until browned; set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers until tender.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked turkey, sautéed vegetables, diced sweet potatoes, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Transfer mixture to a baking dish, spreading evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender and edges are slightly browned.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can add shredded cheese on top before baking for extra flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant taste.
  • This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed greens.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking, sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy, Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg