Low Sodium Simple Roast Pumpkin
Elevate your fall menu with this Low Sodium Simple Roast Pumpkin recipe—a nutritious, flavorful dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for a heart-healthy lifestyle. Featuring tender, caramelized pumpkin cubes seasoned with earthy ground cumin, smoky paprika, aromatic garlic powder, and a touch of black pepper, this recipe skips the salt without compromising on bold taste. Topped with fresh rosemary during the final moments of roasting, this dish bursts with warm, herbaceous notes that complement the natural sweetness of pumpkin. Ready in under an hour, it's an ideal side dish for dinner or a wholesome snack to savor. Plus, this low-sodium recipe caters to health-conscious cooks looking for a vibrant yet simple way to enjoy fresh, seasonal produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Clean the pumpkin by rinsing it under cool water. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds and fibers. You can save the seeds for roasting if desired.
Peel the pumpkin using a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife. Then cut the pumpkin into 1-inch cubes.
Place the pumpkin cubes in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the black pepper, ground cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the pumpkin cubes. Toss until the pumpkin is evenly coated with spices.
Spread the seasoned pumpkin cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and lightly browned. Stir halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting.
During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the fresh rosemary over the pumpkin and continue to roast until the pumpkin is fully cooked and aromatic.
Remove the pumpkin from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a nutritious snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3156 mg | 67% | |
*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.
