Pumpkin Salad Tirshi
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Pumpkin Salad Tirshi, a spiced Middle Eastern-inspired dish that's as vibrant as it is nutritious. Made with tender mashed pumpkin and infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and sweet paprika, this salad is perfectly balanced with a hint of heat from chili flakes and a zesty kick of fresh lemon juice. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, it’s a versatile side dish that can be served warm or at room temperature. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and vegan recipe is perfect for adding an exotic flair to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Bring the rich, comforting flavors of this pumpkin salad to your table and watch it become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g pumpkin
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the pumpkin and cut it into small cubes (around 2-3 cm pieces).
Place the pumpkin pieces in a medium-sized pot and cover them with water.
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 15-20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
While the pumpkin is cooking, mince the garlic cloves finely or crush them using a garlic press.
Once the pumpkin is fully cooked, drain it well and transfer it to a large bowl.
Mash the pumpkin using a fork or potato masher until smooth. A few small chunks are fine for added texture.
Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, sweet paprika, chili flakes, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to the mashed pumpkin. Mix until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt, spices, or lemon juice according to your preference.
Transfer the pumpkin salad to a serving dish and drizzle with an additional touch of olive oil, if desired.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1908 mg | 41% | |
*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.
