 Ingredients
For the squash
- 2½ lb (1.1 kg) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
Toppings
- ¾ cup dried cranberries
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1–2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional finishing drizzle
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tsp maple syrup
 Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and cube the butternut squash into roughly equal pieces.
- Add squash to a large bowl. Toss with olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding so the squash roasts instead of steaming.
- Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and caramelized around the edges.
- During the final 5 minutes, scatter the dried cranberries over the squash to warm them slightly.
- Transfer to a serving dish.
- Sprinkle generously with feta and chopped walnuts.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and parsley.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a little maple syrup if desired. Serve warm.
 Quick & Short Recipe
Cube squash → toss with oil, maple syrup & seasonings → roast at 425°F for 30–35 min → add cranberries → top with feta + walnuts + rosemary → drizzle with balsamic glaze → serve warm.
 Nutrition
Approx. per serving (1/6 recipe):
- Calories: ~330 kcal
- Protein: ~7 g
- Carbohydrates: ~44 g
- Fat: ~16 g
- Fiber: ~7 g
- Sugar: ~20 g
- Sodium: ~430 mg
Nut information: Walnuts contain tree nuts and provide healthy unsaturated fats, protein, and omega-3 ALA. For a nut-free version, replace walnuts with pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or simply omit them.
Nutrition is approximate and depends on the exact amount of feta, cranberries, walnuts, and maple syrup used.
Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.
With years of experience in restaurant research and local SEO, Sara creates accurate, user-friendly guides that work for both people and search engines. Her goal is to help users go from search results to their nearest restaurant or menu choice with as few clicks as possible.
With years of experience in restaurant research and local SEO, Sara creates accurate, user-friendly guides that work for both people and search engines. Her goal is to help users go from search results to their nearest restaurant or menu choice with as few clicks as possible.
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