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Roasted Pumpkin with Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Roasted Pumpkin

  • 1 medium pumpkin (about 34 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For Garnish

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Instructions

Roast the Pumpkin

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare the Pumpkin: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin wedges with olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned pumpkin wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and slightly caramelized, turning halfway through.

Make the Yogurt Sauce

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
  2. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.

Toast the Pine Nuts

  1. Toast Pine Nuts: In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.

Serve the Dish

  1. Plate the Pumpkin: Once the pumpkin is roasted, arrange the wedges on a serving platter.
  2. Drizzle Sauce: Spoon the yogurt sauce generously over the warm pumpkin.
  3. Garnish: Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley over the top before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Protein: 6g