Simple Roast Pumpkin
Discover the cozy simplicity of 'Simple Roast Pumpkin,' a perfect side dish that combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with the warm, aromatic flavors of ground cinnamon and fresh thyme. This recipe transforms a humble pumpkin into golden, caramelized wedges with minimal effort, requiring just olive oil, salt, and black pepper for seasoning. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes in the oven, this delicious dish is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Served warm, the tender, flavorful pumpkin makes an irresistible autumn-inspired side or snack that's both wholesome and comforting. Impress your guests or nourish your family with this easy and versatile roast pumpkin recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium pumpkin
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the pumpkin, then carefully cut it in half using a large knife. Remove the seeds and stringy bits with a spoon.
Cut the pumpkin into 1-inch thick wedges. You can leave the skin on, as it will become soft and edible once roasted.
Place the pumpkin wedges in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and ground cinnamon.
Toss the pumpkin wedges until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
Arrange the pumpkin wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Sprinkle fresh thyme over the pumpkin wedges.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and lightly caramelized at the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm as a side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.1 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 865 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 32.8 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 13626 mg | 290% | |
*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.
