Description
This fall-inspired salad features roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes, topped with a tangy cranberry glaze, creamy goat cheese, and extra cranberries for a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roasted Vegetables:
- 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
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
For the Finishing Touch:
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Vegetables
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until well coated.
- Spread the vegetables on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
Step 2: Prepare the Cranberry Glaze
- While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the cranberry glaze. In a small saucepan, combine cranberry juice, dried cranberries, honey (or maple syrup), and balsamic vinegar.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens into a glaze.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- Once the vegetables are roasted, transfer them to a large serving bowl.
- Drizzle the cranberry glaze over the roasted vegetables and gently toss to coat.
- Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese and extra dried cranberries on top.
Step 4: Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For added texture, consider adding toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just reheat the roasted vegetables before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg