roasted butternut squash with ground turkey
A hearty and healthy dish featuring roasted butternut squash paired with flavorful ground turkey, perfect for a comforting and nutritious dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
- While the squash is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Remove the squash from the oven and combine it with the cooked ground turkey in the skillet, stirring gently to mix.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of feta cheese or a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.