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Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey

Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the delightful and nutritious combination of Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 medium Butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for roasting
For the Turkey Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground turkey lean protein
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin for warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika for smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme or fresh
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Fresh spinach roughly chopped
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese cheddar or your choice
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and lightly golden.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and cook the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  6. Increase heat to medium-high, add the ground turkey, and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add the chopped spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted.
  9. Combine the roasted butternut squash with the turkey and spinach mixture in the skillet.
  10. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture, cover the skillet, and reduce heat to low for about 1 minute until cheese melts.
  11. Serve and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 420IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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