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Dig into this perfect fall recipe of roasted pumpkin with cranberries and French Goat Cheese. It’s warm and beautiful in color with the added touch of creamy goat cheese.
One of the best things about fall is that is that lets you make some of the decadent recipes made from seasonal fruits and veggies like pumpkin and cranberry. Hence, it goes without saying that every year, during fall, I make the most enriching and flavourful recipes from Pumpkin.
What are you looking to cook with pumpkins this fall? 
I thought, why not make a wonderful combination of Pumpkin and Cranberries instead? On a quick research, Pumpkin Cranberry Roast with French Goat Cheese seemed like just the dish that I wished to make! Did you know France produces the most goat cheese in Europe and all the world? Last year, in 2016, about 3,000 producers in France, together produced about 120,000 tonnes of Goat Cheese. Did you also know that French Goat Cheese can be easily incorporated in a number of home made recipes? I made this Pumpkin Cranberry Roast with French Goat Cheese, which is a fresh variety. The are a number of other French Goat Cheese varieties including Crottin, Le Chevrot, Le Pico, Goat Brie and many others. These cheese come in a number of shapes and sizes based on the way they are made and the region of France they come from. You can read a lot about French Goat Cheese here. It is also easy to incorporate French Goat Cheese in a number of party dishes like the one I made here in this post. Made in very ethical ways, you should definitely give them a try for your recipes. However be careful when you buy authentic French Goat Cheese as a number of market varieties may look the same, but are not from France.
Talking about this amazing part dish I made, do you know Cranberries are full of antioxidants, dietary fiber and vitamin C, so extremely good for your health. Plus with its fresh sweetness, it finely blends with any ingredient that you toss them with. In this dish it so nicely blends with Pumpkin and French Fresh Goat Cheese Log, to create a mouth watering dish.
For making, Pumpkin Cranberry Roast with French Goat Cheese, all you need to do is toss pumpkin pieces with maple syrup, cranberries, olive oil and salt. Finally, you bake it in a preheated oven and within half an hour, your pumpkinish and cheesy delight is ready to be served!
That sweet aroma of baked pumpkin and cranberry is out of the world to be described in words and top this piping hot motley with French goat cheese and you know you are all set for a mind blowing meal.
I won’t tempt you more, so, quickly leaving you all with its easy recipe today. Better make it and let me know how it turned out, okay?
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Roasted Pumpkin and Cranberries with Goat Cheese
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
Sweet and savory roasted pumpkin, tart cranberries, and creamy goat cheese make a perfect fall side dish. Warm, beautiful, and easy to make!
Ingredients
- 3 cups (710 ml) Pumpkin Cubed
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp maple Syrup
- Salt
- 1/4 cup Cranberries
- 1/4 lb French Fresh Goat Cheese Log
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 392°F (200°C).
- Line a baking tray with aluminum foil.
- In a bowl, combine pumpkin, olive oil, maple syrup, and salt; mix well.
- Spread the pumpkin in a single layer on the baking tray.
- Sprinkle cranberries on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Transfer the pumpkin to a serving bowl.
- Scatter goat cheese on top.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- To enhance sweetness, roast the pumpkin and cranberries separately for the first 15 minutes before combining them for the final 5-10 minutes.
- For a tangier flavor, add a squeeze of fresh orange juice to the pumpkin mixture before roasting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The goat cheese may become slightly firmer upon refrigeration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 20
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of pumpkin is best for this recipe?
Any culinary pumpkin variety, such as sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, works well for roasting due to their sweetness and texture.
How do I ensure the cranberries are properly incorporated in the dish?
Toss the cranberries with the pumpkin pieces before roasting to allow their flavors to meld during cooking.
Can I substitute the French goat cheese with another type of cheese?
While French goat cheese adds a unique flavor, you can use any soft goat cheese or even feta as a substitute, but it may alter the dish’s overall taste.
