Cranberry-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, and Sweet Potato Salad

Cranberry-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, and Sweet Potato Salad

Yield: 6 servings From Episode 33

A vibrant autumn salad featuring oven-roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes, coated in a tart cranberry glaze and dotted with soft goat cheese.

Ingredients

  • 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Steps

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast about 30 minutes until soft and lightly browned, stirring once halfway.
  4. Meanwhile, simmer cranberry juice, dried cranberries, honey (or maple syrup), and balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan for 5 to 7 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
  5. Move the roasted vegetables to a serving bowl, coat with the cranberry glaze, and gently mix in the crumbled goat cheese.
  6. Scatter more dried cranberries and parsley over the top if you like. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.