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Baked Sweet Potato with Ground Turkey and Spinach

Baked Sweet Potato with Ground Turkey & Spinach: 3-Step Perfection


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A healthy and satisfying meal featuring baked sweet potatoes stuffed with ground turkey and spinach. Perfect for a balanced dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash sweet potatoes and poke holes with a fork. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
  4. Add spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until spinach wilts.
  5. Cut open baked sweet potatoes and stuff with turkey and spinach mixture.
  6. Top with shredded cheese if desired and return to oven for 5 minutes to melt.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use lean ground turkey for a healthier option.
  • Can substitute spinach with kale or other greens.
  • Add hot sauce or Greek yogurt for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: baked sweet potato, ground turkey, healthy dinner, spinach, easy meal