Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
A hearty and nutritious bake combining ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Large baking dish
- Skillet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 2 small zucchini (sliced and quartered)
- ⅔ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. rosemary (fresh or dried)
- 5 Tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large baking dish.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the sweet potatoes, add ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Bake the sweet potatoes for 30 minutes until softened and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and the remaining garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Chop the zucchini into bite-sized pieces and add it to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, combine them with the cooked turkey and zucchini in the baking dish. Stir to mix evenly.
- Drizzle another 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the mixture and stir. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.