Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
A comforting twist on a classic favorite, this Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie combines savory ground turkey with a creamy sweet potato topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Turkey
- 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (Carrots, Peas, Corn)
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by boiling them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mash the sweet potatoes with olive oil and salt until creamy.
- Cook the ground turkey in a skillet with olive oil until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables and seasonings to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Assemble the pie by spreading the turkey mixture in a baking dish and topping it with sweet potato mash.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden, broiling for an extra crispy top if desired.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh herbs, a side salad, and crusty bread for a complete meal. You can make this dish ahead and reheat it for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, Sweet Potato, Comfort Food, Vegetarian Option