Time: 40 minutes

• one small acorn squash
• 6-7 oz ground turkey
• 1/2 C chopped pineapple
• paprika

Here is a simple, fairly portable meal that works well to replenish glycogen stores after a good workout. I like to make up several of these at a time, and store them in the fridge for the week ahead.

Cut around the stem end of the squash and remove, much like how you would start if carving a pumpkin. With a spoon, dig out the seeds and pulp. Cut a flat spot on the bottom of the squash, so it will stand up. Place the squash on a baking pan, bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.

Meanwhile, brown the ground turkey in a skillet, adding the pineapple and spices. After 25 minutes, remove the squash and fill the cavity with the turkey mixture. Return the squash to the oven for 15 more minutes. Allow to cool before eating!

Many variations are possible. I have tried raisins with cinnamon, applesauce and cinnamon, and chopped dates. One thing to consider here is the fairly high fructose content of these fruits - not what we really want after a workout. That's why I settled on pineapple, as it has a little lower fructose content. Just meat and squash works fine too!

Zone info: 1 1/3 lbs of squash = about 6 carb blocks. The pineapple adds one more block of carbohydrate. 1 oz turkey is one protein block." />

Home   |   Contact   |   Help   |   Mobile Post Training Stuffed Squash Scott Hagnas | March 1 2007 Time: 40 minutes • one small acorn squash • 6-7 oz ground turkey • 1/2 C chopped pineapple • paprika Here is a simple, fairly portable meal that works well to replenish glycogen stores after a good workout. I like to make up several of these at a time, and store them in the fridge for the week ahead. Cut around the stem end of the squash and remove, much like how you would start if carving a pumpkin. With a spoon, dig out the seeds and pulp. Cut a flat spot on the bottom of the squash, so it will stand up. Place the squash on a baking pan, bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. Meanwhile, brown the ground turkey in a skillet, adding the pineapple and spices. After 25 minutes, remove the squash and fill the cavity with the turkey mixture. Return the squash to the oven for 15 more minutes. Allow to cool before eating! Many variations are possible. I have tried raisins with cinnamon, applesauce and cinnamon, and chopped dates. One thing to consider here is the fairly high fructose content of these fruits - not what we really want after a workout. That's why I settled on pineapple, as it has a little lower fructose content. Just meat and squash works fine too! Zone info: 1 1/3 lbs of squash = about 6 carb blocks. The pineapple adds one more block of carbohydrate. 1 oz turkey is one protein block. Bones of Iron: Collected Articles on the Life of the Strength Athlete Olympic Weightlifting for Sports (E-Book) Bones of Iron: Collected Articles on the Life of the Strength Athlete (E-Book) The Portable Greg Everett: Collected Articles 2005-2012 (E-Book) 0 Comments Be the first to comment! Leave a Comment Name Comment Verify   Sign up for our free newsletter to get training tips and stay up to date on Catalyst Athletics AND get a free issue of the Performance Menu journal. Advertise With Us Cooking for Health & Performance by Scott Hagnas Over 200 Paleo Recipes in these two cookbook volumes Show All Recipes Recipes Home Entrees Breakfast Sides Soups & Salads Desserts Miscellaneous Select Date 2013 April March February January 2012 December November September August July June May April February January 2011 December November September July June May April February 2010 December November September August July June May April March January 2009 December November October September August July June May April January 2008 December November October September August June May April March February January 2007 November October September August July June May April March February January 2006 December November October September August July June May April March February January 2005 December November October August June March February Advertise With Us Get training tips and Catalyst news AND get a free issue of the Performance Menu journal. Submit your question to be answered by Greg or Aimee Everett in the Performance Menu or on the website Submit Your Question Catalyst Athletics is a USA Weightlifting team of competitive Olympic-style weightlifters. We are currently recruting new lifters and offer sponsorship opportunities. Read More Catalyst Athletics Contact Us About Help Newsletter Products & Services Gym Store Events Weightlifting Team Performance Menu Magazine Home Subscriber Login Issues Articles Workouts About the Program Workout Archives Exercise Demos Text Only Instructional Content Exercise Demos Video Gallery Free Articles Free Recipes Resources Recommended Books & DVDs Olympic Weightlifting Guide Discussion Forum Weight Conversion Calculator All content © Catalyst Athletics, Inc. | 1257 Tasman Drive Suite A | Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | 408-400-0067 | Site Terms & Conditions | Advertise with Us