Description
A nutritious and flavorful ground turkey and sweet potato bake that combines savory spices with roasted vegetables for a wholesome, easy-to-make meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
- Cook Turkey: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Add Spices: Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the turkey mixture to infuse it with warm, savory flavors.
- Combine and Bake: Transfer the roasted sweet potatoes into a baking dish, top evenly with the cooked turkey mixture, then bake in the oven for an additional 10 minutes to meld the flavors and heat everything through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm for a comforting and healthy dinner.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the turkey mixture.
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean beef for the turkey if preferred.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure all spices and ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Optional: Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a squeeze of lime for added freshness and creaminess.
