Caramelized Butternut Squash

Caramelized Butternut Squash, Carrots, Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potato
with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze
🧾 Ingredients
🥦 Roasted Vegetables:
2 cups butternut squash, cubed
1 cup carrots, sliced
2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
1 large sweet potato, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
🧀 Toppings:
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup dried cranberries
Fresh parsley or thyme (optional, for garnish)
🍯 Cranberry-Honey Glaze:
1/3 cup cranberry juice (or orange juice for a twist)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt
👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Roast the vegetables 🔥
    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
    In a large bowl, toss:
    Butternut squash, carrots, Brussels sprouts, sweet potato
    Olive oil, maple syrup/honey
    Smoked paprika, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt & pepper
    Spread evenly on a baking sheet (don’t overcrowd)
    Roast for 30–35 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized
  2. Make the glaze 🍯
    In a small saucepan, combine:
    Cranberry juice
    Honey
    Balsamic vinegar
    Dijon mustard
    Simmer over medium heat for 5–8 minutes until slightly thickened
  3. Toast the walnuts 🌰
    In a dry pan, toast walnuts for 3–5 minutes until fragrant
  4. Assemble 🥗
    Transfer roasted veggies to a serving dish
    Drizzle with warm cranberry-honey glaze
    Sprinkle with:
    Feta cheese
    Toasted walnuts
    Dried cranberries
  5. Garnish & serve
    Add fresh herbs if desired
    Serve warm
    ✨ Tips:
    For extra caramelization → roast on parchment or a hot tray
    Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness 🍋
    Swap feta with goat cheese for a creamier taste
    Add chickpeas for extra protein

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