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Sheet pan with roasted butternut squash and cranberries topped with goat cheese and fresh parsley.
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Warm Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Roasted Butternut Squash is a delicious and simple side dish for both a Holiday meal or a weeknight dinner.  This honey roasted butternut squash recipe is paired with tart cranberries, sweet honey, cinnamon, and tangy goat cheese for a flavorful, warm side dish all made on one sheet pan! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Side Dishes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 138kcal
Author: Nancylynn

Ingredients

  • 6 cups butternut squash peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder, to taste
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries Out of season? Readers have reported that blueberries are an amazing sub!
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese I used honey flavored from Aldi
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Fresh or dried parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Add cubed squash to the sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with a light layer of salt, pepper, and garlic powder, based on taste preference.
  • Roast at 400 F for 25 minutes on the center rack.
  • At the 25 minute mark, pull out the oven rack, and add your fresh cranberries to the roasting pan.
  • Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cranberries have started to soften and burst a bit, resembling really juicy craisins vs fresh firm cranberries.
  • Remove from oven and add a sprinkle of cinnamon and honey. Then gently mix in goat cheese.
  • Garnish with parsley for some beautiful color and serve warm.

Notes

21 Day Fix: 1 GREEN, 1 tsp, trace BLUE, trace PURPLE (per serving)
WW: 3 points per serving
See How to Cut Butternut Squash for tips before cutting. 
Air Fryer: 
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees, then roast the squash for 16-18 minutes or until fork tender, shaking your basket halfway. For this recipe, add in cranberries for the last 5 minutes.
Variations: 
    • This recipe would work well with another winter squash like delicata squash, acorn squash, or sweet potatoes. 
    • You could add quartered Brussels sprouts or red onions to the mix for more veggies. 
    • Swap goat cheese for feta cheese or add in candied pecans or walnuts for a yummy crunch. For vegan, omit cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey. 
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Nutrition

Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 14990IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg