Spicy Roast Pumpkin

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Spicy Roast Pumpkin with flavorsome cumin

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs fresh pumpkin , peeled & seeded
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
	1 teaspoon ground cumin or 1 teaspoon cumin seed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

140

Sugar

Fat

Spicy Roast Pumpkin is a dish made by roasting chunks of pumpkin seasoned with cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper. It's a vegetarian dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course. The recipe is easy to prepare and great for weeknight meals or gatherings with friends and family. The warm and hearty flavors of cumin and roasted pumpkin make it the perfect dish for cold weather. This recipe is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
2.	Cut pumpkin into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks.
3.	In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin.
4.	Toss until pumpkin is coated evenly with the spice mixture.
5.	Spread seasoned pumpkin on a baking sheet in a single layer.
6.	Roast for 20-25 minutes or until pumpkin is fork-tender.
7.	Serve warm and enjoy!

PROS

This Spicy Roast Pumpkin is a vegetarian dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.

The cumin seasoning adds depth to the sweetness of the pumpkin and creates a deliciously aromatic dish.

This recipe is perfect as a side for any weeknight dinner or a main dish for vegetarians.

It’s a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

While pumpkin is a nutritious vegetable, this recipe’s added olive oil makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is a highly nutritious vegetable that is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
It has been linked to supporting healthy digestion, reducing inflammation, and boosting the immune system.
The cumin seasoning in this recipe is also believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.