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Ground Turkey Skillet with Black Beans and Sweet Potatoes


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  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A warm, savory one-pan meal combining ground turkey, black beans, and sweet potatoes, perfect for a hearty dinner or lunch.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
  • Avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potato, chop the onion, and dice the bell pepper.
  2. Drain and rinse the black beans.
  3. Mince the garlic.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Stir in ground turkey, cooking until browned and fully cooked (5-7 minutes).
  7. Add diced sweet potato, black beans, cumin, and chili powder; stir and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and shredded cheese.

Notes

For added zest, squeeze lime juice right before serving. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor significantly.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg