Meal
snack

Turkey and Sweet Potato Picadillo Empanaditas

Nutrition

402

kcal

Calories

30

g

Protein

40

g

Carbs

13

g

Fat

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Ingredients(4)

Ground Turkey, raw125 g
Sweet potato, raw, diced small180 g
Olive oil3.5 g
Spinach, raw, finely chopped135 g

Instructions

1

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

2

Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned and fragrant.

3

Add the finely diced sweet potato and a splash of water, covering the pan to steam until the potatoes are tender, about 8 minutes.

4

Fold in the finely chopped spinach and cook until wilted and vibrant green.

5

Season generously with sea salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cumin to echo the classic picadillo flavor profile.

6

Serve warm in a small bowl or tucked into a thin, crisp flour tortilla wrapper for a portable, hand-held snack that balances savory protein with the natural sweetness of the potatoes.