Description
Roasted fall vegetables bring warmth to seasonal dining with caramelized produce and festive cranberry accents. Maple-glazed walnuts provide a delightful crunch that will make this side dish memorable for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups / 450 grams butternut squash, cubed
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 medium shallot, sliced
- 1 cup / 120 grams walnut halves
- 2 tbsps maple syrup
- ½ cup / 60 grams dried cranberries
- 1 oz / 28 grams goat cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), positioning rack in the center for optimal roasting environment.
- Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and shallots. Drizzle with olive oil, tossing gently to ensure even coating. Sprinkle with salt, cracked black pepper, and cinnamon, massaging seasonings into vegetables.
- Roasting: Spread vegetable mixture in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, rotating pan halfway through to promote uniform caramelization and prevent burning. Vegetables should emerge golden-brown and tender.
- Maple Walnuts: While vegetables roast, create glazed walnuts in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pour maple syrup over walnut halves, stirring constantly until liquid reduces and creates a sticky, amber-colored coating. Transfer to a parchment-lined surface to cool and crisp.
- Finishing: Remove roasted vegetables from oven, gently fold in dried cranberries. Scatter maple-glazed walnuts and optional crumbled goat cheese over the top, creating a vibrant, textural autumn medley.
- Serving: Transfer to a serving platter, presenting the roasted vegetable dish immediately to showcase its warm, aromatic qualities and preserve its perfect texture.
Notes
- Maximize Roasting Potential: Space vegetables in a single layer to guarantee perfect caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Spice Strategic Seasoning: Use cinnamon sparingly – it adds warmth without overwhelming the natural vegetable flavors.
- Watch Maple Walnut Glaze: Monitor skillet closely while reducing maple syrup to prevent burning and ensure glossy, even coating.
- Temperature Timing: Maintain consistent 400°F oven heat for optimal vegetable browning and crisp exterior development.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg