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Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze Recipe

Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze Recipe
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This Caramelized Butternut Squash with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze is a delightful and vibrant fall-inspired side dish. Roasted tender butternut squash cubes are caramelized to perfection, combined with crunchy toasted walnuts, tangy dried cranberries, and creamy feta cheese. Finished with a sweet and tangy cranberry-honey balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of fresh thyme, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for a cozy meal or festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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Squash

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Toppings & Garnishes

  • 1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp dried cranberries
  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Glaze

  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the squash and toasting the walnuts.
  2. Roast Squash: Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the cubes are golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Toast Walnuts: Either place walnuts on a separate baking sheet or spread them on another area of the oven tray. Toast for about 5 minutes until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  4. Make Glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the honey and balsamic vinegar together, stirring until fully combined and smooth. Remove from heat once mixed.
  5. Assemble Dish: In a serving bowl, combine the roasted butternut squash, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries. Drizzle the cranberry-honey glaze evenly over the mixture. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Add fresh thyme leaves as a fragrant garnish. Serve the dish warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • For a nuttier flavor, try substituting walnuts with pecans.
  • You can prepare the glaze in advance and reheat gently before serving.
  • Adjust the amount of honey in the glaze to make it sweeter or less sweet according to preference.
  • This dish can be served as a side or a light vegetarian main course.
  • Use fresh cranberries if preferred, but increase the honey slightly to balance the tartness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: butternut squash, caramelized squash, feta cheese, walnuts, cranberry-honey glaze, roasted vegetables, fall recipes, vegetarian side dish

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