Description
Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash with Ground Turkey is a comforting and nutritious dish that perfectly encapsulates the flavors of fall. The sweet, tender butternut squash pairs beautifully with savory ground turkey, creating a filling meal that’s both delicious and healthy. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as either a main course or a side dish at any gathering. With aromatic spices like nutmeg and cinnamon enhancing the natural sweetness of the squash, this recipe offers a delightful aroma and taste experience. Enjoy it warm, topped with fresh greens or served over grains for an extra boost of nutrition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups butternut squash, diced and peeled
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 tsp canola oil
- 1 1/2 cups red onion, minced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups swiss chard, finely chopped
- Juice from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash with canola oil, nutmeg, cinnamon, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 25–30 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, prepare couscous by pouring boiling water over it in a mixing bowl; cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced red onion in canola oil until translucent. Add ground turkey and seasonings; cook until browned.
- Combine roasted squash, sautéed turkey mixture, couscous, and chopped swiss chard in the skillet; drizzle with lemon juice and mix well.
- Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg