Roasted Brussels Sprouts Butternut (Printable Version)

Caramelized Brussels sprouts paired with tender butternut squash and a bright citrus dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 14 oz Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
02 - 1.1 lb butternut squash, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Dressing

06 - 1 medium orange, zest and juice
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, coat Brussels sprouts and butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper ensuring even coverage.
03 - Arrange vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and tender.
04 - While vegetables roast, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
05 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving platter, drizzle with the orange dressing while warm, and gently toss to coat. Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Colorful, flavorful way to enjoy fall vegetables
  • Quick to prepare and pairs well with various mains
02 -
  • The dish is vegetarian and gluten-free, suitable for varied diets
  • Contains mustard in the dressing; check for allergies
03 -
  • Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra creaminess
  • Swap in acorn or delicata squash for a different twist
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