Description
This Caramelized Butternut Squash with Tangy Feta and Cranberry Drizzle is a festive, flavorful side dish that’s perfect for fall or holiday gatherings! Roasted squash meets sweet maple, cinnamon spice, creamy feta, and a burst of cranberry goodness in every bite. ????✨
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or cranberry reduction
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish ????
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
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Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
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Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized.
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Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and dried cranberries.
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Drizzle with balsamic glaze or cranberry reduction. Garnish with chopped parsley if using.
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Serve warm and enjoy the flavor explosion! ????????️
Notes
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You can swap feta with goat cheese for a creamier flavor twist.
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Fresh cranberries sautéed in a touch of honey also work in place of dried ones.
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Great as a Thanksgiving side dish or winter comfort food!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10mg