Description
Honey-Glazed Acorn Squash with Feta Cheese and Cranberry Drizzle is a sweet, savory, and tangy side dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive holidays. Tender roasted squash wedges are glazed with honey, topped with creamy feta, and finished with a warm cranberry drizzle. The aroma alone will make your kitchen feel inviting, and the flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make, visually stunning, and totally delicious—this recipe is a winner every time.
Ingredients
- 1 medium acorn squash (about 800 g), halved, seeds removed, sliced into wedges
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 100 g (3.5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup (60 g) cranberry sauce or cranberry relish
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss squash wedges with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring wedges don’t overlap.
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
While roasting, gently warm the cranberry sauce in a small pan. Stir in balsamic vinegar if using.
Transfer roasted squash to a serving platter, sprinkle with crumbled feta, and drizzle warm cranberry sauce on top.
Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.
Notes
Flip squash halfway through roasting for even caramelization.
Substitute goat cheese or ricotta salata for feta if desired.
Maple syrup can replace honey for a deeper flavor.
Toasted pecans or walnuts can be added for crunch.
Roast ahead of time and assemble just before serving for easy entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American / Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg