Description
This Roasted Butternut Squash, Sweet Potato & Carrot Bake with Whipped Feta, Walnuts & Balsamic Honey Drizzle is a delightful dish that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted vegetables with the tangy creaminess of whipped feta, crunchy walnuts, and a sweet balsamic honey glaze.
Ingredients
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For the Roasted Vegetables
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Whipped Feta
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- Black pepper to taste
For the Balsamic Honey Drizzle
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon water
Toppings
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- Fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread evenly on the tray and roast for 30–35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a blender or bowl, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, balsamic vinegar, and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Spread whipped feta on a serving dish or plate. Top with roasted vegetables.
- Drizzle with balsamic honey glaze and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
