Description
Cranberry Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash Brussels Sprouts bring sweet and tangy magic to your holiday table with minimal effort. Roasting these seasonal vegetables creates a delicious side dish that makes your dinner guests ask for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
Roasting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup cranberries
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Peel the butternut squash and slice it into 1-inch uniform cubes. Trim the Brussels sprouts and slice them in half lengthwise. Spread 2 tablespoons olive oil on a large rimmed baking sheet to ensure your vegetables won’t stick.
- Arrange the squash and Brussels sprouts on the prepared baking sheet. Season generously with salt and pepper. Roast the vegetables at 425°F for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to guarantee even caramelization.
- While vegetables roast, combine 1 cup cranberries, ½ cup orange juice, ¼ cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg in a small saucepan. Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven. Drizzle the warm cranberry glaze over the caramelized squash and Brussels sprouts. Gently toss to ensure each piece gets coated with the vibrant sauce before serving immediately.
Notes
- Slice brussels sprouts and squash evenly to ensure consistent roasting and caramelization.
- Use fresh cranberries for the glaze to get a bright, tangy flavor that complements the roasted vegetables.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- For a gluten-free version, swap out any wheat-based ingredients and use certified gluten-free alternatives in the glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 203 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 602 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg