with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze

 Time & Yield

• Prep: 20 minutes
• Cook: 35–45 minutes
• Serves: 4–6

 Ingredients

Vegetables

• 2 cups butternut squash (peeled, cubed)
• 2 cups sweet potato (cubed)
• 1½ cups carrots (sliced diagonally)
• 2 cups Brussels sprouts (halved)

For Roasting

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Cranberry-Honey Glaze

• ⅓ cup dried cranberries
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional but recommended)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water
• Pinch of salt

Toppings

• ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• ⅓ cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)

 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

• Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F)
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper

2. Season the Vegetables

In a large bowl:

• Toss squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, and Brussels sprouts with:
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • paprika
  • garlic powder
  • balsamic vinegar

Spread evenly on tray (don’t overcrowd).

3. Roast

• Roast for 25 minutes, flip/stir
• Roast another 15–20 minutes until:
  • golden brown
  • caramelized edges
  • fork tender

4. Make the Glaze

In a small pan:

• Combine cranberries, honey, maple syrup, lemon juice, water, salt
• Simmer 3–5 minutes until:
  • slightly thick
  • cranberries soften

Optional: lightly mash some cranberries for texture.

5. Toast the Walnuts

• Heat a dry pan over medium heat
• Toast walnuts 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently
• Remove once fragrant

6. Assemble

• Transfer roasted veggies to serving dish
• Drizzle glaze over warm vegetables
• Sprinkle:
  • feta
  • toasted walnuts
  • parsley

Serve warm.

 Nut Information (Walnuts)

Nutritional Highlights

Walnuts are rich in:

• Omega-3 fatty acids (heart health)
• Protein
• Fiber
• Antioxidants

Allergy Information

• Walnuts are tree nuts, a common allergen
• People with tree nut allergies should avoid this ingredient

Substitutes (Nut-Free Options)

If avoiding nuts:

• Pumpkin seeds
• Sunflower seeds
• Roasted chickpeas
• Omit entirely

Flavor Alternatives

• Pecans → sweeter, buttery
• Almonds → firmer crunch
• Hazelnuts → deeper roasted flavor

 Q&A Section

Q1: Can I make this dish vegan?

Yes. Replace:

• Feta → vegan feta or omit
• Honey → use maple syrup or agave

Q2: Why aren’t my vegetables caramelizing?

Likely causes:

• Overcrowded tray → they steam instead of roast
• Oven too cool → use high heat (220°C)
• Too much moisture → pat veggies dry before roasting

Q3: Can I prepare this ahead?

Yes:

• Chop vegetables up to 1 day ahead
• Make glaze ahead and refrigerate
• Reheat at 180°C for 10–15 minutes before serving

Q4: Can I use fresh cranberries?

Yes, but:

• Add extra honey or sugar (they’re more tart)
• Cook slightly longer (5–7 minutes)

Q5: What protein pairs well with this?

• Grilled chicken
• Roast lamb
• Baked salmon
• Lentils or quinoa (for vegetarian meal)

Q6: How do I store leftovers?

• Refrigerate in airtight container up to 3 days
• Reheat in oven (best texture) or microwave

Q7: Can I air-fry instead of roast?

Yes:

• 200°C for ~15–20 minutes
• Shake basket halfway

Q8: Is this dish healthy?

Yes, it’s:

• High in fiber
• Rich in vitamins (A, C)
• Contains healthy fats (walnuts, olive oil)
• Balanced sweet-savory profile

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