🍯 **Caramelized Butternut Squash, Carrots, Broccoli & Sweet Potato
with Feta, Pecans & Cranberry-Honey Glaze (Mediterranean Style)**
Colorful • Nourishing • Sweet–Savory • Holiday-worthy
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
Roasted Vegetables
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2 cups butternut squash, cubed
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2 cups sweet potato, cubed
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2 large carrots, sliced
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2 cups broccoli florets
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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
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Salt & black pepper
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Optional: pinch of cinnamon for warmth
Cranberry-Honey Glaze
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1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (Mediterranean twist)
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1/4 cup water
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1 tsp orange zest (optional but amazing)
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Pinch cinnamon
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Optional: 1 tsp finely minced rosemary
Toppings
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1/2 cup crumbled feta
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1/3 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
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Extra honey drizzle
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Fresh parsley or mint
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Pomegranate seeds (extra Mediterranean brightness, optional)
🍽️ Instructions
1. Prep & Roast the Vegetables
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Place all vegetables on a baking sheet.
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Toss with olive oil, honey, smoked paprika, thyme/oregano, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using).
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Spread in a single layer for perfect caramelization.
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Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges turn golden and slightly crisp.
2. Make the Cranberry-Honey Glaze
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In a small saucepan, add:
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Cranberries
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Honey
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Balsamic vinegar
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Water
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Orange zest
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Cinnamon
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Rosemary (optional)
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Simmer 6–8 minutes until berries burst and mixture thickens.
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Mash gently or blend for a smoother glaze.
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Let cool slightly—it will thicken more.
3. Assemble the Dish
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Transfer roasted veggies to a serving platter.
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Drizzle generously with cranberry-honey glaze.
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Sprinkle with:
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Crumbled feta
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Toasted pecans
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Fresh herbs
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Pomegranate seeds (optional)
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Finish with a tiny drizzle of olive oil or honey if you like extra shine.
🌿 Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)
Pair with:
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Lemon-herb couscous
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Herb-grilled chicken
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Baked salmon
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Warm pita + tzatziki
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Quinoa tabbouleh

