Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Bowl
A savory, spiced ground turkey and roasted sweet potato bowl paired with crisp broccoli. High in protein and naturally gluten-free, it is designed for effortless weekday prep.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kristi + Lila
Kristi created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Roast a large batch of sweet potato cubes at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes earlier in the week to make assembly take under 10 minutes.
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Instructions
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a…
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add 150g lean ground turkey to the…
Add 150g lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until no longer pink and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: no longer pink and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Add 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Add 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the turkey, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Steam 1 cup broccoli florets in a…
While the turkey cooks, steam 1 cup broccoli florets in a covered pot with 2 tbsp water over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
Look for: tender-crisp and bright green
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Combine 1 cup cubed roasted sweet potato
Combine 1 cup cubed roasted sweet potato, the seasoned ground turkey, and steamed broccoli into a meal prep bowl or serving plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately or let cool completely before…
Serve immediately or let cool completely before sealing in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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