Description
Bring fall flavors to your table with this *Savory Roasted Pumpkin with Creamy Lemon Yogurt and Crunchy Pine Nuts*. This easy recipe is perfect for quick dinner ideas, healthy snacks, or as a show-stopping side dish for any gathering. It’s a vibrant, flavorful mix of roasted pumpkin, zesty yogurt, and golden toasted pine nuts — ideal for anyone searching for wholesome food ideas or vegetarian-friendly dinner options. Whether you’re prepping for a cozy meal or need easy recipes with seasonal vegetables, this one delivers comfort and elegance in every bite.
Ingredients
500g pumpkin (sugar pumpkin or kabocha squash), peeled and cut into chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss pumpkin chunks with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
3. Roast for 30–35 minutes until tender and caramelized on the edges.
4. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil. Chill until ready to serve.
5. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pine nuts for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden.
6. Arrange roasted pumpkin on a serving dish. Top with lemon yogurt, pine nuts, dill, and parsley.
7. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut-based yogurt.
Make sure to toast the pine nuts just until golden to avoid bitterness.
This dish can be served warm or at room temperature — ideal for prepping ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: roasted pumpkin, fall side dish, easy dinner, healthy vegetarian, pine nuts, lemon yogurt