30-Minute Beef & Butternut Paleo Chili (+ Vegetarian Option) - Real Food Whole Life

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chopped yellow onion
• 2 cups finely chopped cremini mushrooms*
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
• 1 pound ground beef (preferably grass-fed)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups 1-inch cubed butternut squash
• 1 15-oz can tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• Chopped scallions (cilantro, and sliced avocado for serving (optional))