Roasted Pumpkin with Lemon Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts
Roasted Pumpkin with Lemon Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts is a vibrant dish that beautifully marries the earthy sweetness of roasted pumpkin with the tangy brightness of lemon yogurt sauce. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a stunning centerpiece for your dinner table, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit any palate. The crunchy pine nuts add a delightful texture while fresh herbs elevate its flavor profile. Ideal for festive gatherings, cozy family dinners, or as part of a healthy meal prep, this dish is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.2 kg pumpkin (or butternut squash/sweet potato)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pine nuts and fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C (400F).
- Cut the pumpkin into wedges or cubes and toss with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the pumpkin evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes until tender.
- For the lemon yogurt sauce, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve the roasted pumpkin drizzled with yogurt sauce and garnished with pine nuts and coriander.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg