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Delicious Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Pecans

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A delightful mix of sweet butternut squash, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, perfect as a side dish or a main vegetarian meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium Butternut Squash (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (or nutmeg/pumpkin spice)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper (omit for milder taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Pecans (or walnuts/almonds)
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (or raisins/other dried fruits)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss cubed butternut squash with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a large bowl.
  3. Spread coated squash onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Roast for about 25-30 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring halfway through.
  5. In the last 5 minutes, add pecans and cranberries to the baking sheet.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding balsamic vinegar before roasting. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg