In July, we started seeing pumpkin-flavored things cropping up in our supermarkets. If you have spent any time looking at our recipes, you know we love pumpkin. But July? C’mon!
We think that pumpkin has to stay firmly in its lane. To us, the flavor cannot be introduced before mid-September. Of course, we let it linger until January. Squash is a winter vegetable; we’ll enjoy pumpkin-flavored dishes throughout the winter holidays!
We are now officially into pumpkin season. And we love it! Some of us are drinking pumpkin-flavored coffee in the office. We’re all feeling the spirit of fall! And that’s why we’re sharing four wonderful savory, low-carb, low-fat pumpkin recipes. There is so much more to pumpkin than pies and lattes!
Most people don’t think of mixing pumpkin and meat. But this dish blends grated pumpkin and minced meat into savory meatballs seasoned with parsley and rosemary. They are roasted with cubes of pumpkin. That means you make a side with the same ingredient as the main dish! A serving has 47 calories, three grams of carbs and four grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We’ll admit something that may shock you. We love cooking and sharing recipes, but we are not expert chefs. This recipe is a mock souffle, not a real one. But we do not know what the exact difference is. We know it doesn’t rise as much. But it does rise. And, unlike a real souffle, you don’t have to worry about it falling! It’s delicious and can be served as a side dish or main, depending on your serving size. Plus, it’s great any time of day! A serving has 156 calories, three grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and 10 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This casserole is simple and tasty! You can mash pumpkin if you like, but canned puree is easier. When buying canned pumpkin, be sure it isn’t spiced or sweetened. You don’t want to use pumpkin pie filling by mistake! There are only three steps to this recipe before you pop it into the oven, so it’s a simple side dish perfect for a fall dinner! A serving has 160 calories, eight grams of carbs, two grams of fiber and 12 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This dish pairs a creamy sauce with zucchini noodles for a perfect fall meal. It’s a cozy, comforting meal on a cold night! It has a salty punch from parmesan and a thickness from the pumpkin puree that coats the zoodles in a rich sauce that will surely become a fall go-to meal in your home. It’s easy, quick and amazing! A serving has 218 calories, 9.3 grams of carbs, three grams of fiber and 18 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We’ll bring you more pumpkin recipes throughout the fall. But, for now, we hope these brighten your day!
