Ground Turkey & Sweet Potato Harvest Bowl
A comforting harvest bowl featuring protein-packed ground turkey, roasted sweet potatoes, and caramelized Brussels sprouts. Finished with crisp apples and crunchy pecans for a satisfying autumnal crunch.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 40-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Make it a batch: The turkey, apple, and pecan mixture scales easily and holds up beautifully in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it perfect for quick lunches.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Prep medium apple (diced)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
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Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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Toss the cubed sweet potato and halved…
Toss the cubed sweet potato and halved Brussels sprouts with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized at the edges.
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While the vegetables roast
While the vegetables roast, heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground turkey, seasoning generously with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Cook, breaking it apart, until nicely browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
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Stir the diced apple and chopped pecans…
Stir the diced apple and chopped pecans into the skillet with the cooked turkey. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the apples slightly soften, then sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon. Remove from heat.
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Divide the roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels…
Divide the roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts between two bowls, then top with the warm turkey, apple, and pecan mixture.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Make it a batch
Make it a batch: The turkey, apple, and pecan mixture scales easily and holds up beautifully in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it perfect for quick lunches.
Prep ahead
Prep ahead: Buy pre-halved Brussels sprouts and pre-cubed sweet potatoes from the produce section to cut your prep time down to 5 minutes.
Technique
Technique: Don't overcrowd the roasting pan. Giving the Brussels sprouts space ensures they roast rather than steam, bringing out their natural sweetness.
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