✨ Caramelized Butternut Squash with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze ✨
A cozy, colorful dish that tastes like fall on a plate — sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy all at once. This is one of those recipes that looks fancy enough for the holidays but is simple enough to make on a busy weeknight. If you love bold flavors, warm comfort, and a dish that makes the whole house smell amazing, you’re going to want to save this one! 🍂💛
There’s something magical about roasting butternut squash until it turns golden, caramelized, and slightly crispy around the edges. That natural sweetness pairs perfectly with salty crumbled feta, toasted walnuts, and a glossy homemade cranberry-honey glaze that brings everything together. Every bite is a mix of textures — soft squash, creamy cheese, crunchy nuts — and the glaze adds the perfect touch of sweet-tangy flavor. This recipe is the definition of comfort food with a gourmet twist!
I love serving this dish for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday parties because it always gets attention. People see the colors and think it took forever to make, but the truth is: it’s EASY. Just chop, roast, drizzle, and serve. You can even prep the squash ahead of time to save time later. Plus, it works as a side dish, a vegetarian main, or even a warm salad over greens. Versatile, delicious, and so satisfying!
🌟 Why this recipe ranks and why you’ll love it:
– Naturally sweet, beautifully caramelized squash
– A balanced mix of textures: creamy, crunchy, tender
– Simple ingredients with big flavor
– Great for meal prep or entertaining
– Looks impressive on the table
– Packed with nutrients, fiber, healthy fats & flavor
– The cranberry-honey glaze ties everything together with a festive touch
🔥 Ingredients:
- 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional but amazing)
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- ½ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- Cranberry-Honey Glaze:
– ¼ cup dried cranberries
– 2 tbsp honey
– 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
– Splash of warm water to thin
🍽 How to Make It:
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2️⃣ Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Spread them out evenly on the baking sheet.
3️⃣ Roast for 25–35 minutes, flipping halfway, until the squash is golden, soft, and caramelized.
4️⃣ While it roasts, make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix dried cranberries, honey, balsamic vinegar, and a splash of warm water. Let the cranberries soften and plump up.
5️⃣ Remove the squash from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish.
6️⃣ Sprinkle with crumbled feta and toasted walnuts.
7️⃣ Drizzle generously with the cranberry-honey glaze and serve warm.
💛 This dish smells like autumn, tastes like comfort, and looks like something from your favorite restaurant.
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