Sugar-Free Oven-Baked Pumpkin with Herbs
Elevate your autumn meals with this delightful recipe for Sugar-Free Oven-Baked Pumpkin with Herbs, a healthy, flavorful dish that's perfect as a side or a light main course. Featuring tender wedges of fresh pumpkin seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, this recipe is entirely sugar-free and packed with natural sweetness and savory goodness. A hint of red chili flakes adds just the right touch of warmth, while sea salt and black pepper round out the flavors. Roasted to perfection in the oven, these golden-brown pumpkin pieces boast a caramelized exterior and buttery texture. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, this nutrient-rich and gluten-free dish is ideal for cozy fall dinners, holiday spreads, or any time you're craving a wholesome veggie option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (about 3-4 pounds) fresh pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 4 whole, minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Start by washing the pumpkin thoroughly to remove any dirt. Cut the pumpkin in half from top to bottom, then remove all the seeds and stringy fibers using a spoon.
Once cleaned, cut the pumpkin into evenly sized wedges or cubes, about 1 inch thick.
Place the pumpkin pieces in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped rosemary and thyme.
Add minced garlic to the bowl along with sea salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Mix well to ensure all pumpkin pieces are evenly coated with oil and spices.
Arrange the seasoned pumpkin pieces in a single layer on a lined baking sheet, making sure they have enough space to roast evenly.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and lightly browned on the edges.
Halfway through the cooking time, use a spatula to turn the pumpkin pieces for even browning.
Once cooked, remove the pumpkin from the oven and let it cool slightly before transferring it to a serving dish.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main dish. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2343 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.1 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 4705 mg | 100% | |
*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.
