Description
This Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries, Pecans, and Feta is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty. Caramelized squash meets tangy feta and toasted pecans for a festive side dish that’s easy enough for weeknights and elegant enough for holidays.
Ingredients
1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup pecans, roughly chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
3. Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the squash is tender and lightly caramelized.
4. During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the cranberries and pecans over the squash so they lightly toast and warm through.
5. Transfer the roasted squash to a serving dish. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and fresh parsley, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Tips:
– For extra sweetness, drizzle a little more honey before serving.
– Substitute feta with goat cheese or omit for a dairy-free option.
– Try adding roasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts for variation.
– This dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken or salmon.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Side Dish, Holiday Recipes, Vegetarian
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Honey Roasted Butternut Squash, Cranberry Feta Squash, Holiday Side Dish, Vegetarian Squash Recipe, Fall Recipes