Roasted Winter Vegetable Bruschetta

Roasted Winter Vegetable Bruschetta

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butternut squash, diced
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 cup beets, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup cranberries
  • 1/2 cup caramelized onions
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 French baguette, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1 cup goat cheese, softened
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and beets, cranberries and caramel onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Stir halfway through cooking.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, brush the baguette slices with olive oil and toast them in the oven or on a grill until they are golden brown.
  • Rub each toasted baguette slice with the peeled garlic clove for added flavor.
  • Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese on each baguette slice.
  • Once the roasted vegetables are done, let them cool slightly.
  • Top each goat cheese-covered baguette slice with a spoonful of the roasted vegetables.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle fresh thyme leaves for garnish.
  • Serve the roasted winter vegetable bruschetta immediately and enjoy your delicious winter garden appetizer!