Description
Cranberry-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, and Feta is a vibrant fall dish that brings together caramelized vegetables, sweet-tart cranberry glaze, and creamy crumbled cheese. Perfect for holiday sides or cozy vegetarian mains.
Ingredients
• 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
• 1/2 cup 100% cranberry juice
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 4 oz goat cheese, feta, or blue cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries, for garnish
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
2. Toss cubed squash and sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Spread on a sheet pan.
3. Toss Brussels sprouts with remaining oil, salt, and pepper. Place flat-side down on a separate sheet pan.
4. Roast Brussels sprouts for 15–18 minutes and squash/sweet potatoes for 22–25 minutes without flipping.
5. Meanwhile, simmer cranberry juice, chopped cranberries, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar until reduced and slightly thickened (6–8 minutes).
6. Remove vegetables from oven, toss with glaze, and return to roast for 5–8 more minutes until caramelized.
7. Let cool slightly, then combine all veggies in a serving bowl. Top with crumbled cheese and garnish with extra cranberries and parsley.
Notes
– For a deeper fall flavor, use pure maple syrup instead of honey — it adds rich, earthy sweetness that pairs beautifully with roasted veggies.
– Swap the goat cheese with crumbled feta for a salty contrast or blue cheese for bold, tangy depth.
– Don’t rush the roast — let the vegetables caramelize until golden and slightly crisp at the edges for the best texture and flavor.
– Out of dried cranberries? Fresh or frozen cranberries simmered into the glaze bring a bright, tart bite that balances the sweetness perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American