Description
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. This hearty dish features lean turkey meat simmered with aromatic vegetables and a flavorful blend of herbs, all topped with a creamy layer of mashed sweet potatoes. Not only is it nutritious and satisfying, but it also offers an easy way to sneak in those essential veggies without anyone noticing! Whether you’re meal prepping or cooking for a crowd, this Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1.5 lbs lean turkey meat
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas (or other veggies)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning blend
- Sea salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Boil chopped sweet potatoes in water until tender (about 10 minutes). Drain and mash with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground turkey to the pan and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Stir in tomato paste, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and broth; let simmer until thickened.
- Mix in peas or your choice of veggies.
- Spread the turkey mixture evenly in a baking dish and top with mashed sweet potatoes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top. Let rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 pie (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg