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Veggie Turkey Stuffed Potatoes

A hearty and healthy dish made with lean ground turkey, roasted mushrooms, zucchini, bell pepper, spinach, black beans, and corn stuffed into baked sweet potato shells.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
For the Filling
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced and sautéed
  • 2 cups roasted mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or button)
  • 1 large handful fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup black beans (optional)
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
  • Sliced green onions
  • Salsa
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro

Method
 

Cook the Sweet Potatoes
  1. Microwave Method: Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork and microwave one at a time for 3 minutes per side or until soft. Let cool.
  2. Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pierce potatoes all over with a fork, place on a baking sheet lined with foil, and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until tender. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the Sweet Potato Shells
  1. Slice each potato lengthwise, scoop out the flesh, keeping the skins intact. Mash the sweet potato in a bowl with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spoon the seasoned mash back into each potato shell.
Roast the Mushrooms
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (or use the same temperature from earlier). Slice mushrooms and spread on a baking sheet, drizzle with a small amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast for 10–15 minutes until browned and caramelized. Set aside.
Sauté the Red Bell Pepper
  1. Heat a small pan with olive oil, add diced red bell pepper, and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Set aside.
Cook the Turkey Filling
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess liquid if needed. Stir in cumin, paprika, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, zucchini, sautéed bell pepper, roasted mushrooms, and spinach. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated and the spinach wilts. Mix in black beans and corn if using.
Assemble the Stuffed Potatoes
  1. Place potato shells on a baking sheet and fill each one generously with the turkey and vegetable mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Broil
  1. Broil for 6–8 minutes, or until the cheese melts and begins to brown.
Serve
  1. Add green onions, salsa, Greek yogurt, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Great for meal prepping; allows for different filling variations and easy reheating. Can be gluten-free and diabetic-friendly.