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Honey Roasted Butternut Squash: 8 Reasons to Love It

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash
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Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries, Pecans, and Feta is a colorful side dish that combines sweet and savory flavors. It features caramelized squash, chewy cranberries, creamy feta, and crunchy pecans, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 to 2.5 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling, optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  2. Peel the butternut squash, remove seeds, and cut into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large bowl, toss squash with olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using).
  4. Spread squash evenly on baking sheet, leaving space between cubes.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
  6. Add chopped pecans in the last 5 minutes of roasting to toast them.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cranberries and feta while warm.
  8. Transfer to serving dish, drizzle with extra honey if desired, and garnish with thyme.

Notes

  • This dish is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
    • <liFeel free to adjust the amount of honey based on your taste.
  • It can be served warm or at room temperature.

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