How to make Autumn Protein Bowl
This Autumn Protein Bowl brings together layers of delicious fall-inspired flavors! Savory ground turkey, brown sugar-roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and Parmesan cheese create a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal. Packed with protein to support muscle preservation and promote fullness, it’s a great option for anyone looking to increase their protein intake. It’s especially beneficial for those taking GLP-1 medications who may struggle to meet their protein needs due to reduced appetite.
Ingredients
6-8 servings
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 lbs lean ground turkey
- 1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
Directions
- Roast the sweet potatoes. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with turmeric, cinnamon, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Cook the ground turkey. Heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it into crumbles. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Set aside.
- Sauté the onion and pepper. Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet onion and yellow bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper and sauté for 5–7 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Sauté the spinach. In a separate skillet, heat the remaining ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Add fresh spinach, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until just wilted.
- Assemble the bowls. Divide the seasoned ground turkey, roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed onion and pepper, and spinach evenly among the bowls, layering the ingredients to highlight their different colors and textures.
- Sprinkle each bowl with freshly grated Parmesan cheese just before serving and enjoy!
