High Protein Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potato
High Protein Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potato is a delicious and wholesome meal that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with savory ground turkey and fresh vegetables. This recipe is not only packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for a satisfying dinner or lunch, but it also allows you to customize toppings according to your taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is sure to please family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced canned tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- A large handful of spinach, chopped
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1 cup corn kernels (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- Salsa
- Plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for about 45 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Mix in spices, diced tomatoes, zucchini, spinach, black beans, and corn; cook until heated through.
- Slice open roasted sweet potatoes and mash slightly before filling with the turkey mixture.
- Top with cheddar cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg