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Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey

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Enjoy a delicious Roasted Butternut Squash With Ground Turkey packed with nutrients and full of seasonal flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Squash

  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for caramelizing the squash

For the Turkey Mixture

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

For the Finish

  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheese such as cheddar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss until well coated.
  • Spread the seasoned squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until soft.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add ground turkey, cooking until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Fold in the chopped spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted.
  • Combine the roasted squash with the turkey and spinach mixture in the skillet and toss gently.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture and cover on low heat until melted.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
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