Greek Turkey Burgers with Butternut Squash

My last set of turkey burgers were such a hit last week that my husband requested more! I decided to try a new recipe idea this time. And I'm glad I did: it was SO good! I even tried a different squash... and I can't believe that I didn't make more butternut squash more in the past. It will be a new staple.

Ingredients:

1 Pound Ground Turkey
1 Red Pepper, chopped
1/4 Red Onion
10 Kalamata Olives
1/4 Cup Mozzarella Cheese
1 Teaspoon Paprika
1 Teaspoon Oregano
1 Teaspoon Thyme
1/2 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 Egg
Salt and Pepper, to taste
2 Butternut Squash
Coconut oil spray (to spray pans before cooking)

Preheat oven to 400.

Cut squash in half length-wise. Scoop out seeds/insides. Place cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet that has been lightly sprayed with coconut oil. Bake for 45 minutes.

Chop red pepper, onion, and olives. In a bowl, mix the red pepper, red onion, olives, mozzarella, paprika, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, garlic, egg, salt and pepper. Form into patties (should make 8-10 patties).

Cook for 8-10 minutes per side on a grill pan or non stick skillet over medium heat. Only turn once.

Serve burgers on top of roasted squash. Top with whatever you desire! I added a little feta cheese and tomatoes. Olives, onions, fresh parsley would all be good options!

Enjoy!