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Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta Recipe

Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta Recipe
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5 from 17 reviews

A delicious and colorful side dish featuring roasted butternut squash tossed with warm spices, sweet cranberries, and tangy feta cheese, perfect for fall and holiday meals.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Dairy

  • 2 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds total), peeled and cubed
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Seasonings and Spices

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Fruits

  • 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the squash.
  2. Season the squash: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, black pepper, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the seasoned squash in a single layer on a large baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
  4. Roast the squash: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the squash for 25-30 minutes until tender and lightly browned, stirring halfway through to promote even cooking.
  5. Add cranberries: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, scatter the cranberries over the squash and return to the oven to continue roasting.
  6. Add feta cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly on top of the squash and cranberries.
  7. Warm the feta: Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to gently warm the feta.
  8. Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish if desired, and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Fresh cranberries provide a tart contrast, but dried cranberries work well if fresh are unavailable.
  • To save time, you can buy pre-cut butternut squash, but peeling and cubing fresh will yield the best texture.
  • Adjust the cinnamon and nutmeg amounts based on your taste preference for spiciness and warmth.
  • This dish pairs well with roasted meats, grains, or as part of a vegetarian meal.

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Keywords: roasted butternut squash, cranberry side dish, fall recipe, roasted vegetables, feta cheese, holiday side

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