Roasted Brussels Sprouts Butternut (Printable)

Caramelized Brussels sprouts and butternut squash with a bright, citrus orange dressing.

# What You'll 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 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Dressing

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

→ Garnish (optional)

12 - 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts and butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the vegetables in a single layer on the lined baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway, until tender and caramelized.
04 - While roasting, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving platter, drizzle with the orange dressing, and gently toss to coat evenly while warm.
06 - Optionally, sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds and chopped parsley over the top before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Bright, fresh flavors from orange dressing elevate classic roasted veggies
  • Crowd-pleasing side that fits vegetarian and gluten-free diets
02 -
  • Contains mustard in the dressing, so check if anyone has an allergy
  • Pumpkin seeds and nuts are optional but may pose allergen risks—always verify ingredient labels
03 -
  • Cut squash into uniform cubes for even roasting
  • Dress vegetables while they are still warm to soak up the citrus flavor
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