Description
This Roasted Pumpkin with Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts recipe brings together the natural sweetness of roasted pumpkin, a tangy yogurt dressing, and the crunch of toasted pine nuts. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a light main course, this dish offers an elegant presentation and a delightful combination of flavors for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin:
- 1.2 kg (2.4 lbs) pumpkin (butternut or Kent), unpeeled, deseeded, cut into 3 cm (1.2-inch) cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Yogurt Sauce:
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 small garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Garnish:
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves, roughly chopped
- 1/8 tsp sumac or paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F) or 200°C (400°F) for fan-forced. - Prepare Pumpkin:
In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin cubes, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. - Roast Pumpkin:
Spread seasoned pumpkin on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast for 20 minutes, flip the pieces, and roast another 7–10 minutes until golden and tender. - Prepare Yogurt Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Allow resting for 10 minutes. - Toast Pine Nuts:
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast pine nuts for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden. - Assemble Dish:
Arrange roasted pumpkin on a serving plate. Drizzle with yogurt sauce, sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and coriander, and dust with sumac or paprika if desired. - Serve:
Serve warm as a side or light main course.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store yogurt sauce separately.
- Reheating: Warm pumpkin in a 180°C (350°F) oven.
- Customization: Substitute pine nuts with almonds or walnuts, and coriander with parsley or mint for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
