Garlic Roasted Pumpkin
Transform your fall cooking with this irresistible Garlic Roasted Pumpkin recipe, a perfect harmony of savory and earthy flavors. Tender wedges of pumpkin are seasoned with fragrant rosemary, smoky paprika, and fresh minced garlic before being roasted to caramelized perfection. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a golden, crispy exterior while keeping the pumpkin melt-in-your-mouth tender. This quick and easy dish, ready in under an hour, pairs beautifully with roasted meats, hearty grain bowls, or as a standalone vegetarian side. With its simple ingredients and aromatic charm, this recipe will elevate your autumn meals and make your kitchen smell divine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (about 2.5 lbs) pumpkin
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the pumpkin. Cut it in half, remove the seeds and stringy pulp using a spoon, and then cut the pumpkin into 1-inch thick wedges or cubes.
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin pieces, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary sprigs (leaves only, finely chopped), paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Toss the pumpkin gently until all the pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the seasoned pumpkin pieces evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer to allow even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through. The pumpkin is ready when it is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2378 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 4025 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
