This Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato is an easy healthy casserole dish made with ground turkey, vegetables, and sweet potato mash. Gluten-free, dairy-free.
Place sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Turn to medium heat and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook until soft, about 16-18 minutes.
Drain saucepan and transfer sweet potatoes to a mixing bowl. Mash potato and add vegan butter, spices for mash, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Ground Turkey Filling
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add turkey, onions, and green pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally to break up turkey, until turkey starts to brown.
Add garlic and mushrooms and cook for one minute. Then add chili powder, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, stir to combine. Cook until turkey is no longer pink.
Stir in water, tomato paste, and gluten-free soy sauce and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, then transfer filling to prepared casserole dish.
Top with sweet potato mash and bake for 12 minutes.
Serve immediately. Add additional salt, pepper, or chili flakes if desired.