Description
Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that showcases the essence of autumn. With golden, caramelized butternut squash paired with tart cranberries and creamy feta cheese, each bite is a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also an eye-catching centerpiece for your table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this colorful culinary creation that will leave them craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or ½ cup dried cranberries)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in cranberries and honey until well combined.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with feta cheese, and return to roast for an additional 5-10 minutes until slightly softened.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg