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Roasted Butternut Squash with Feta and Brown Sugar

A delightful roasted butternut squash dish, combining the natural sweetness of squash with savory feta and a hint of spice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 medium butternut squash Peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese Crumble
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Optional
  • fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cubed butternut squash with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  3. Carefully spread the coated squash onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  2. Once the squash is tender and golden, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and optional chopped nuts over the top.
  3. Return the sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Choose squash that feels heavy for its size for optimal ripeness. Prepping ingredients in advance saves time, and parchment paper eases cleanup.