Turkey and Vegetable Casserole
Turkey and Vegetable Casserole is a hearty, one-pan baked dish originating from American home cooking, featuring ground or shredded turkey combined with a variety of vegetables like carrots, peas, and green beans, often bound in a savory sauce or topped with a starch like mashed potatoes or breadcrumbs. It's a classic comfort food known for its simplicity and ability to use up leftovers.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in protein from the turkey and provides a good mix of vitamins and fiber from the vegetables, with a moderate calorie count typically ranging from 300-500 calories per serving depending on the specific recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 60 µg |
| Selenium | 20 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the practical, resourceful nature of American home cooking, often evolving from holiday leftovers, while nutritionally, it's a balanced 'complete meal in one' that can be easily adapted to various dietary needs.
