Kumara and Pumpkin
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Kumara and Pumpkin recipe, a harmonious blend of roasted sweet potato and pumpkin coated in a luxurious garlic herb butter. Perfectly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, the tender, caramelized vegetables are infused with the richness of melted butter, fresh rosemary, parsley, and a touch of zesty lemon. Roasted to golden perfection in under an hour, this gluten-free and vegetarian dish is as versatile as it is flavorful—serve it alongside your favorite protein or savor it as a hearty plant-based main. With its vibrant colors and comforting taste, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to celebrate seasonal produce with simple yet elegant preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams kumara (sweet potato)
- 500 grams pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
Peel the kumara and pumpkin and cut them into roughly 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes.
Place the kumara and pumpkin cubes into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
Spread the seasoned kumara and pumpkin out in a single layer on the prepared baking tray. Do not overcrowd the tray to ensure even roasting.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the vegetables are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
While the vegetables roast, prepare the herb butter. Finely mince the garlic, rosemary, and parsley.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, rosemary, and parsley along with the lemon zest. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Once the kumara and pumpkin are roasted, transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the warm herb butter over the top and gently toss to coat.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a comforting vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*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.
