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Meatballs with Butternut Squash Potatoes


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  • Author: wellness sleuth
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Meatballs:

    • Lean Ground Turkey or Chicken: 1 pound

    • Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup

    • Egg: 1 large

    • Garlic (minced): 2 cloves

    • Fresh Parsley (chopped): 1/4 cup

    • Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional): 1/4 cup

    • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon

    • Olive Oil (for cooking): 1 tablespoon

Butternut Squash and Potatoes:

    • Butternut Squash (peeled and cubed): 2 cups

    • Potatoes (peeled and cubed): 2 cups (try using a mix of sweet potatoes and regular potatoes for extra nutrition)

    • 1 cup red onions (sliced or diced)
    • Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon

    • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Onion Powder: 1/2 teaspoon

    • Fresh Herbs (like thyme or rosemary): 1 teaspoon (optional)

Optional Garnish:

    • Fresh Parsley or Basil (chopped): for garnish


Instructions


Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables

  1. Cube the Vegetables: Peel and cube the butternut squash and potatoes. Slice or dice the red onions.
  2. Season the Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash, potatoes, and sliced red onions with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder until evenly coated.
  3. Spread on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through cooking.

Step 3: Make the Meatballs

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey or chicken, whole wheat breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Mix Until Combined: Use your hands or a spoon to mix until all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 4: Cook the Meatballs

  1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Cook the Meatballs: Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in a single layer and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
  3. Remove from Skillet: Once cooked, remove meatballs from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil if desired.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Plate the Dish: Once the butternut squash, potatoes, and red onions are done baking, remove them from the oven.
  2. Combine and Serve: Serve the meatballs over the roasted vegetables. You can garnish with additional fresh parsley or herbs as desired.
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  • Prep Time: 15 - 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 - 35 minutes
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