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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

A hearty and healthy baked dish combining ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and zucchini, topped with melted cheese and fresh parsley.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 medium zucchinis diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Garnish

  • optional Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent, then add ground turkey and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Add sweet potatoes, zucchini, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until veggies soften.
  • Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese melts and sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Garnish with parsley if desired, then serve.

Notes

For a creamier topping, add a dollop of Greek yogurt before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSodium: 600mg
Keyword Ground Turkey
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