roasted butternut squash with ground turkey
A wholesome and flavorful dish combining savory ground turkey with sweet roasted butternut squash, perfect for a healthy and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 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 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the butternut squash cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and spread out on a baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While the squash roasts, 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 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- Season the turkey with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Once the squash is roasted, combine it with the cooked ground turkey in the skillet or serve the turkey over the squash.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For added depth, try topping the dish with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of feta cheese before serving.