Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
A nutritious and satisfying meal that's both comforting and healthy. Lean ground turkey is combined with fresh spinach and perfectly baked sweet potatoes to create a protein-packed dinner that's full of flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then pierce them several times with a fork.
- Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Once potatoes are done, let them cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and gently fluff the inside with a fork.
- Top each potato half with the turkey-spinach mixture and sprinkle with cheese if desired. Return to the oven for 5 minutes if you'd like the cheese melted.