Savory seasoned turkey over roasted sweet potatoes with all your favorite toppings. ♡
This bowl works because the spiced ground turkey plays off the natural sweetness of the roasted potatoes. The textures layer beautifully and every bite hits different. It’s meal prep gold that actually tastes good on day four.
Roast your sweet potatoes, brown your turkey, and pile everything into bowls. Customize with whatever toppings make you happy. Let’s make it together.
Ingredients
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bowls
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup black beans, drained
- 1 avocado, sliced
Optional add-ins:
- Corn kernels
- Pickled red onion
- Cilantro lime crema
- Shredded cheese
How to Make Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bowls
- Roast. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 425°F for 25 to 30 minutes until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Season. Brown ground turkey in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Warm. Add black beans to the skillet with the turkey and heat through for 2 minutes.
- Build. Divide roasted sweet potatoes among bowls. Top with seasoned turkey and black beans. Add sliced avocado and any toppings you like.
- Serve. Drizzle with hot sauce or cilantro lime crema. Squeeze a lime wedge over everything.
Tips
- Cut sweet potatoes into even 1/2 inch cubes so they roast uniformly.
- Don’t crowd the baking sheet or the potatoes will steam instead of caramelize.
- Use 93% lean turkey for a good balance of flavor and protein.
- These bowls keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store avocado separately.
- Add a fried egg on top for extra protein and a runny yolk situation.
Variations
- Use ground chicken or lean beef instead of turkey.
- Swap sweet potatoes for cauliflower rice to go low-carb.
- Add a chipotle mayo drizzle for smoky heat.
- Go Mediterranean with feta, cucumber, and tzatziki instead of Tex-Mex toppings.
- Stuff everything into a burrito for a portable version.
FAQ
Can I meal prep these bowls for the whole week?
Yes, they’re one of the best meal prep recipes out there. Make a big batch on Sunday. Store turkey and sweet potatoes together, keep toppings separate. Reheat in the microwave 2 to 3 minutes.
How do I keep sweet potatoes from getting mushy?
Cut them evenly and don’t overcrowd the pan. Single layer, good spacing. Make sure your oven is fully preheated before they go in.
Is ground turkey healthy?
Ground turkey is a lean protein powerhouse. A serving has about 22g of protein with less fat than ground beef. Go with 93% lean for the best balance.
What sauce goes best with turkey sweet potato bowls?
Cilantro lime crema is the classic move. But sriracha mayo, tahini, or a simple squeeze of lime all work great too.
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bowls
Spiced ground turkey over roasted sweet potatoes with black beans and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Method
- Roast. Toss sweet potatoes with oil, salt, pepper. Roast at 425°F for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Season. Brown turkey 6 to 8 minutes, add spices, stir 1 minute.
- Warm. Add black beans to turkey, heat 2 minutes.
- Build. Divide potatoes among bowls, top with turkey and avocado.
- Serve. Drizzle with sauce, squeeze lime over top.
Notes
– Cut sweet potatoes evenly for uniform roasting.
– Store prepped bowls up to 4 days. Keep avocado separate.
– Add a fried egg for extra protein.
