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Roasted Pumpkin with Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts

Roasted Pumpkin with Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts Delight

A delightful Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring roasted pumpkin paired with zesty yogurt sauce and crunchy pine nuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin
  • 1 medium Pumpkin Substitute with butternut squash or sweet potato if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Enhances flavor and ensures even roasting.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic delivers the best flavor.
  • Salt and Pepper Season to taste.
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can swap with plain non-sweet yogurt if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the yogurt sauce.
For Topping
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Can use almonds or any nuts you prefer.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander/Cilantro Parsley makes a suitable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac Can replace with paprika or your favorite spice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F) and prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Peel, deseed, and cut the pumpkin into 3 cm (1.2 inch) cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin cubes with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
  4. Spread the pumpkin cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking tray. Roast for about 20 minutes, then flip and roast for an additional 7-10 minutes until golden brown.
  5. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, a splash of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
  6. Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-5 minutes until browned.
  7. Transfer the roasted pumpkin to a serving platter, drizzle with yogurt sauce, and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and fresh coriander or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings or make ahead by roasting pumpkin and preparing yogurt sauce in advance. Store separately for freshness.

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