Description
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is a nutritious, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. With tender roasted sweet potatoes, savory ground turkey, and a medley of vegetables, it’s a wholesome one-pan meal that your family will love.
Ingredients
- Vegetables and Starch
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Protein
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean or extra-lean)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion, bell pepper, and spinach.
3. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
5. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened.
7. Stir in the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
8. Season the turkey with cumin and a pinch of salt and pepper.
9. In a baking dish, layer the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked turkey mixture, and spinach.
10. Top with shredded cheese if desired.
11. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the turkey mixture.
This bake stores well and is perfect for meal prep—refrigerate for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
You can substitute spinach with kale or arugula, or add more veggies like zucchini or mushrooms.