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Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash with Ground Turkey

Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash with Ground Turkey

Enjoy a warm, savory dish of Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash with Ground Turkey, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 plates
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil used for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup a touch of sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Turkey Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium red onion finely minced
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey healthy protein
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups swiss chard finely chopped and wilted
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Couscous
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 cup boiling water to hydrate couscous
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon juice of 1 lemon for freshness

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • kettle
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss diced butternut squash with canola oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  2. Spread the seasoned squash evenly on a lined baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd. Roast for 35 minutes until tender, then broil for an additional 3 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
  3. Boil water in a kettle and pour it over the couscous in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for 7 minutes, allowing it to absorb. Fluff gently with a fork and set aside.
  4. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the minced red onion for about 3 minutes until softened. Add the ground turkey along with the lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook the turkey mixture for 3–4 minutes without stirring to allow it to brown. Then break it up with a spatula and mix in the chopped Swiss chard, cooking for another 2 minutes until wilted and the turkey is fully cooked.
  6. Assemble your plates by adding a generous amount of couscous, followed by the savory turkey mixture and roasted butternut squash. Drizzle fresh lemon juice on top right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra pop of color and flavor.

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