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Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey

Delicious Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey Bliss

Enjoy this flavorful Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey, a nutritious and easy dinner option packed with protein and fiber.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 large butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting
For the Turkey Mixture
  • 1 pound ground turkey or ground chicken
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
For the Greens and Toppings
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your choice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step 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 olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast the squash in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  6. Increase heat to medium-high, add ground turkey, and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add the chopped spinach to the turkey mixture, stirring until wilted.
  9. Combine the roasted butternut squash with the turkey and spinach mixture.
  10. Top with shredded cheese and cook on low heat for an additional minute until melted.
  11. Serve the mixture in a dish, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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