Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Turkey and Vegetables
A comforting twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie featuring healthy sweet potatoes and lean ground turkey, packed with vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium Sweet Potatoes
- 500g Ground Turkey
- 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (diced carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- Fresh Herbs (rosemary or thyme)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel and chop into even chunks, boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil, add onions, cook until translucent, add garlic and mixed vegetables, sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add turkey to skillet, brown for 7-10 minutes, season with salt, pepper, and add herbs.
- Mash the sweet potatoes: Drain, mash with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Assemble the pie: Layer turkey mixture at the bottom of a baking dish, top with sweet potato mash, score the top.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F), bake for 25-30 minutes until golden on top.
Notes
For added flavor, consider garnishing with chopped parsley or thyme. It pairs well with a simple green salad or a glass of wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato, Shepherd's Pie, Ground Turkey, Healthy Comfort Food, Family Dinner
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