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Roasted Butternut Squash with Ground Turkey

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A quick and comforting dish featuring roasted butternut squash and seasoned ground turkey, perfect for busy dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the middle.
  2. Peel the butternut squash, cut into even 1-inch cubes, and put them in a bowl.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the squash in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Avoid crowding so pieces roast, not steam.
  5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing once halfway, until the squash is tender and edges are golden brown.
  6. While the squash roasts, heat a skillet over medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil if your turkey is very lean.
  7. Add the ground turkey to the hot skillet. Break it apart and cook until no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes.
  8. Season the turkey with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon thyme. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  9. If using, drizzle 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup over the cooked turkey and stir to combine. Let it sizzle briefly.
  10. Combine the roasted squash and seasoned turkey in a large bowl or return both to the skillet. Toss gently and serve warm.

Notes

For a richer result, use ground turkey with more fat or mix with ground beef. To make it vegan, swap turkey for crumbled tempeh or canned beans.

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