Honey Roasted Acorn Squash
This roasted acorn squash recipe blends warm, cozy flavors with a delightful mix of textures. Cubes of tender, roasted squash are sweetened with honey and cinnamon, balanced by a touch of salt and pepper. Cranberries add a pop of color and tartness, while crumbled feta cheese offers a creamy, tangy finish. Perfect for a fall side dish. A simple yet flavorful way to elevate your next meal!
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare acorn squash: cut in half, remove seeds, peel and cut into cubes. (To make the squash easier to cut, microwave the squash for 2-3 minutes to soften the skin.)
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the acorn squash with olive oil, honey, cinnamon, salt and pepper until each cube is evenly coated.
- Spread the squash out on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Put in the oven for 30 minutes; stirring half way through for even roasting.
- For the last 5 minutes in the oven, sprinkle the dried cranberries over the squash, allowing them to soften.
- Once everything is roasted to perfection, remove the squash from the oven and put it in a serving dish.
- Sprinkle the dish with the crumbled feta cheese.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Switch the acorn squash for a butternut squash for a very similar flavor.
- Add more veggies like carrots, sweet potatoes or Brussel sprouts for some variety. (These additions might require a longer roasting time.)
- Want to make this vegan? Change the honey out for maple syrup and omit the feta cheese, or use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 341mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 5mg