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Honey Roasted Butternut Squash

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash: Easy 4-Servings Recipe for Side Dish


  • Author: Ryder Jameson
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash is a bright, sweet‑savory side that combines caramelized squash with honey, tart cranberries, crunchy pecans, and creamy feta. This easy, oven‑roasted recipe delivers a glossy glaze and a perfect balance of textures, making it ideal for holiday meals, weeknight dinners, or potlucks. Full of autumn flavor, it’s ready in under an hour and serves four, offering a nutritious boost of vitamins, fiber, and protein. Pair it with roasted chicken or a salad for tasty meal.!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss squash with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast 25‑30 minutes, stirring halfway.
  5. Add cranberries and pecans during last 5 minutes.
  6. Remove, sprinkle feta and parsley, serve.

Notes

  • For a dairy‑free version
  • replace feta with tofu crumble. Use dried cranberries if fresh are unavailable.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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