Maple Roasted Pumpkin: The Best Sweet and Savory Fall Side
A delicious fall side dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 medium pumpkin
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
- Brush the mixture over the pumpkin halves.
- Place the pumpkin on a baking sheet, cut side down, and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle nuts on top before serving.
- Can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pumpkin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: Maple Roasted Pumpkin, fall recipes, side dish