Citrus Free Beef and Butternut Squash Hash
Hearty, golden, and packed with warm spice, this skillet hash is the kind of one-pan meal that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation. Caramelized butternut squash, savory ground beef, and fragrant garlic come together with turmeric and ginger for a deeply satisfying combination that feels both nourishing and crave-worthy. A splash of apple cider vinegar ties everything together with just enough brightness — no citrus required. That's actually the beauty of this dish: it delivers bold, complex flavor without leaning on lemon juice or orange zest, which can sneak into so many skillet recipes and sauces. Fresh parsley and thyme finish it off with an herby lift that keeps every bite feeling lively. If you want to round it out even further, a handful of baby spinach wilts right into the pan in the final minutes. It's the kind of flexible, fuss-free cooking that makes clean eating genuinely enjoyable.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 3 cups butternut squash, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the butternut squash cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes, until the undersides are golden brown. Stir and continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork and caramelized on most sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the same skillet. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–6 minutes, until softened and translucent.
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