Description
A cozy and nutrient-rich dish featuring caramelized butternut squash paired with seasoned ground turkey, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Butternut Squash
- 1 lb Lean Ground Turkey
- 1 Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Rosemary or Thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the butternut squash by cutting it in half lengthwise, scooping out the seeds, and chopping it into bite-sized cubes.
- Roast the squash tossed with olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes.
- Cook the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat with diced onions and garlic until browned and fully cooked.
- Combine the roasted squash with the cooked turkey, mix well, and serve topped with fresh herbs.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ground turkey with a plant-based alternative. Sweet potatoes can replace butternut squash.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
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: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: butternut squash, ground turkey, autumn recipe, cozy food, healthy comfort food