Description
A warm and comforting dish that combines the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with savory ground turkey, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or sage, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel, seed, and cut the butternut squash into bite-sized cubes.
- Toss the squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until coated.
- Spread the squash evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for about 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- While the squash is roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, browning it and seasoning with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Once the turkey is cooked through, mix it with the roasted squash.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs over the mixture and toss before serving.
Notes
Ensure the pieces of squash are evenly sized for consistent cooking. Adjust the spices according to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: butternut squash, ground turkey, autumn recipe, healthy dinner