Butternut, Bacon and Blue

Very Healthy
Health score
69%
Butternut, Bacon and Blue
45 min.
1
867kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a dish that perfectly balances health and flavor? Introducing the Butternut, Bacon, and Blue recipe—a delightful combination that will tantalize your taste buds while keeping your health goals in check. With a health score of 69, this dish is not only very healthy but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to indulge without the guilt.

This vibrant meal features roasted butternut squash, which adds a natural sweetness and a wealth of nutrients, paired with the savory crunch of center-cut bacon. The creamy crumbles of blue cheese bring a rich, tangy flavor that beautifully complements the other ingredients. Toss in some fresh spinach for a pop of color and an extra boost of vitamins, and you have a dish that is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves one, making it perfect for a solo lunch or a quick dinner after a long day. With 867 calories packed into this hearty meal, you can enjoy a fulfilling main course that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you’re a busy professional or a cooking enthusiast, the Butternut, Bacon, and Blue recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this delightful dish and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • serving pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon cheese blue crumbled
  • cup bulgur wheat cooked
  • serving kosher salt 
  • cup butternut squash cubed
  • cup pkt spinach fresh
  • slice bacon crumbled cooked

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Heat and fluff 1 cup cooked bulgur with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Stir in 1 cup roasted, cubed butternut squash, 1 cup fresh spinach, 1 slice center cut bacon, cooked and crumbled, and 1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese.
    2. Sprinkle with a dash of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories867kcal
    Protein13.36%
    Fat18.6%
    Carbs68.04%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    138
    Glycemic Load
    49.44
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    46.29652170513%

    Flavonoids

    Luteolin
    0.22mg
    Kaempferol
    1.91mg
    Myricetin
    0.1mg
    Quercetin
    1.19mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:867.42kcal
    43.37%
    Fat:18.98g
    29.2%
    Saturated Fat:6.57g
    41.05%
    Carbohydrates:156.23g
    52.08%
    Net Carbohydrates:119.44g
    43.43%
    Sugar:3.99g
    4.43%
    Cholesterol:29.01mg
    9.67%
    Sodium:572.87mg
    24.91%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:30.68g
    61.35%
    Vitamin A:17778.76IU
    355.58%
    Manganese:6.12mg
    305.86%
    Fiber:36.79g
    147.17%
    Vitamin K:150.23µg
    143.08%
    Magnesium:375.89mg
    93.97%
    Phosphorus:685.99mg
    68.6%
    Vitamin B3:12.73mg
    63.63%
    Vitamin B6:1mg
    50.21%
    Vitamin C:37.83mg
    45.85%
    Vitamin B1:0.69mg
    45.81%
    Potassium:1496.97mg
    42.77%
    Copper:0.77mg
    38.45%
    Folate:147.68µg
    36.92%
    Iron:6.45mg
    35.84%
    Zinc:4.49mg
    29.96%
    Vitamin B5:2.8mg
    28.04%
    Vitamin B2:0.35mg
    20.59%
    Calcium:199.92mg
    19.99%
    Vitamin E:2.91mg
    19.38%
    Selenium:13.44µg
    19.2%
    Vitamin B12:0.27µg
    4.42%
    Vitamin D:0.18µg
    1.19%
    Source:My Recipes