Ground Turkey and Zucchini Sweet Potato Skillet
A vibrant 20-minute skillet combining lean ground turkey, pan-seared zucchini, sweet bell peppers, and wilted spinach over tender sweet potatoes. Rich in magnesium, fiber, and clean protein for a family-friendly dinner.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
Makes
5 servings
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Made by Bambi + Lila
Bambi 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier 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
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
Notice: hunger + energy later
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.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the sweet potatoes and vegetables ahead of time to keep weeknight assembly under 20 minutes.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Peel 3
Peel 3.75 large sweet potatoes (about 5 medium sweet potatoes total) and cut them into 1/2-inch (1.3cm) cubes.
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Heat 1
Heat 1.25 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C).
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Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the…
Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.
Look for: tender and lightly browned
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Transfer cooked sweet potatoes to a clean…
Transfer cooked sweet potatoes to a clean plate and set aside.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Heat the remaining 1
In the same skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C), heat the remaining 1.25 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Add 10 garlic cloves (minced) and 2
Add 10 garlic cloves (minced) and 2.5 red bell peppers (diced), cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Add 1
Add 1.65 lbs (750g) of lean ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon for 5 to 6 minutes until cooked through with no pink remaining.
Look for: cooked through with no pink remaining
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Add 2
Add 2.5 diced zucchinis to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Look for: tender-crisp
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Stir in 5 cups of fresh spinach…
Stir in 5 cups of fresh spinach and the reserved sweet potatoes, tossing for 1 to 2 minutes until spinach is fully wilted.
Look for: spinach is fully wilted
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Remove from heat and divide into 5…
Remove from heat and divide into 5 equal portions to serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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