Sweet Potato Turkey Bake
A cozy, feel-good dinner packed with protein, veggies, and flavor. Perfect for weeknights or healthy meal prep!
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 50 min | Total Time: 1 hr 5 min | Yield: 4–5 servings | Method: Baked | Cuisine: American
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
This casserole is hearty, comforting, and secretly healthy. Juicy ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and zucchini come together under a layer of melted parmesan cheese. It’s naturally gluten-free, protein-rich, and perfect for meal prep!
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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake – Healthy & Delicious Dinner
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings 1x
Description
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is the perfect healthy dinner recipe! This easy casserole is made with sweet potato, ground turkey, zucchini, parmesan cheese, and simple seasonings. It’s a low effort, gluten free meal loaded with protein and veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 small zucchini
- 2/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 5 tbsp olive oil
- salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel and chop sweet potatoes; toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp rosemary, salt & pepper in a large baking dish.
3. Bake for 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, brown ground turkey in a skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp rosemary, salt & pepper.
5. Chop zucchini into slices, then quarter the slices.
6. Remove sweet potatoes from oven; add cooked turkey and zucchini; stir to combine.
7. Bake for 10 minutes.
8. Add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil; mix evenly; top with shredded parmesan.
9. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Meal prep: Stores up to 4 days in airtight containers.
Cheese swap: Try mozzarella or cheddar.
Veggie boost: Add bell pepper, spinach, or broccoli.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
🍽️ Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled & chopped)
- 2 small zucchini (sliced & quartered)
- 2/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 5 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp rosemary, salt & pepper. Place in baking dish and bake for 30 minutes. 🥔
- While baking, brown ground turkey in a skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp rosemary, salt & pepper. 🍳
- Chop zucchini into quartered slices.
- Remove sweet potatoes from oven, add cooked turkey and zucchini, then stir to combine. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, mix, then sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly on top. Bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and turns golden. 🧀
- Serve warm and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips & Tricks:
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Cheese Swap: Try mozzarella or cheddar for a different flavor twist.
- Boost the Veggies: Add bell peppers, spinach, or broccoli for extra nutrients.
📊 Nutrition Info (per serving):
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 plate | 420 | 29g | 30g | 20g | 5g | 6g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.
❓ FAQs
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes! Simply skip the parmesan or use a vegan cheese alternative.
Can I use ground chicken instead of turkey?
Absolutely. Ground chicken or even lean ground beef will also work.
Do sweet potatoes need to be pre-cooked?
Yes, roasting them first ensures they’re tender and perfectly caramelized.
✅ Conclusion
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is the ultimate weeknight dinner—healthy, flavorful, and comforting. Whether you’re cooking for family or meal prepping for the week, it’s a recipe that checks every box.
