If youre like many of us, this time of year brings on a passion for pumpkin. Part nostalgia, part fad, the craze for pumpkin just seems to grow every year. But instead of buying a processed food which may or may not have real pumpkin as an ingredient why not try to create your own seasonal treat at home? Then you can make sure that the ingredients and portion sizes are nutritious and healthy.
If youre carving a pumpkin, why throw away those seeds? With just a few simple herbs, spices and other seasonings, you can have a nutritious nosh for the whole family in nearly no time. Pumpkin seeds are high in fiber and the mineral zinc.
These bite-size delectables offer the rich flavor of cream cheese and ricotta cheese, both of which are low-fat. Along for the ride is cinnamon and pumpkin flavors so welcome at this time of year. These nuggets are small, but satisfying — and the pumpkin puree offers nutritional benefits, too.
Weve lightened up the classic mousse recipe by using reduced-fat cream cheese, skim milk and reduced-fat whipped topping instead of full-fat heavy cream, whipping cream butter and eggs. The ginger snap garnish gives this elegant dessert a bit of crunch.
The fall and winter brings cooler air, which oftenmeans warmer meals for dinnerlike soup or stew. This recipe is a great choice if youre looking for a delicious Meatless Monday dinner. The lentilsprovide slow digestingcarbohydrate, protein, and are high in fiber, so this soupwill keep you satisfied for hours. The soluble fiber in lentils can help lower cholesterol, too.
Nothing says home better than oatmeal cookies, and adding pumpkin and spice to the mix makes them the ultimate comfort treat. Add your favorite dried fruits or chopped nuts to this one-bowl recipe, or change the spice to ginger or cinnamon. Either way, this, reduced- fat and sugar recipe can help you stay within your healthy eating goals.
Happy pumpkin season! Can you believe we are already here? It feels like just yesterday I was whipping up this Vegan Thanksgiving Menu and now here we are again, almost a year later, diving into all things PUMPKIN!
TheseGluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffinsare fluffy, chocolatey, and full of warm pumpkin spices! These are perfect for meal prepping since they freeze well and make a wonderful breakfast, snack, or dessert.
These Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Crispy Bars have a pumpkin spice rice crispy base, topped with a layer of dark chocolate and a pumpkin spice swirl. These bars are easy to make, beautiful, delicious, and gluten-free vegan!
ThisNo-Bake Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecakehas layers of chocolate and pumpkin spice cashew-based cheesecake, on top of a chocolate date crust. This make-ahead raw dessert is perfect for the holidays.
paleo vegan pumpkin pie smoothie bowl
ThisPumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowltastes like a smoothie version of pumpkin pie filling! Its loaded with veggies for a filling, nutrient-dense breakfast thats bursting with fall spices. Its gluten-free, paleo, vegan and Whole30.
These Gluten-Free Paleo Pumpkin Chai Cupcakes are soft, moist and bursting with warm chai spices and pumpkin flavor. Theyre topped with an irresistible cashew-based chai frosting that youd never guess is paleo + vegan.
Don't let pumpkin season pass you by without making the most of everyone's favorite festive gourd. It's not all pies and cakes pumpkins add autumnal flavor and rich texture to healthy recipes, too. Pumpkins, which are full of vitamins and anti-oxidants, are actually incredibly nutritious. Whether you're in the mood for a cozy chili or soup, nutrient-packed muffins or bread, or something else, you should bookmark this collection of healthy pumpkin recipes. You'll come back to it all season long.
-- intro: Im pretty pumpkin obsessed. I buy canned pumpkin year round so I can regularly whip up pumpkin smoothies, and I sprinkle pumpkin pie spice onto lots of things, including oatmeal, sweet potatoes, and warmed fruit. Basically, the fall month season isnt long enough to satisfy my passion for pumpkin, and Im not alone.
quicklist: 1category: 5 Fabulously Healthy Ways to Eat Pumpkintitle: Smoothieurl:text: In a blender combine one half cup canned pumpkin with one cup of unsweetened coconut milk, a tablespoon of either coconut butter or almond butter, a teaspoon each of pumpkin pie spice and organic maple syrup, a scoop of pea protein powder, and 3-4 ice cubes. Whip until smooth. Its my version of liquid pumpkin pie heavenly!
quicklist: 3category: 5 Fabulously Healthy Ways to Eat Pumpkintitle: Soupurl:text: In a small saucepan saut two tablespoons of minced yellow onion and teaspoon of minced garlic in two tablespoons of low sodium organic vegetable broth until onions are translucent. Remove from heat. In a blender combine a half cup of canned pumpkin with the onion mixture, along with half cup unsweetened coconut milk, quarter cup of organic low sodium vegetable broth, and a half teaspoon of curry seasoning. Whip until smooth, transfer to saucepan, bring to a quick boil, reduce to a simmer for 5-6 minutes, and serve. A healthy way to warm up on a chilly day.
Chocolate Covered Katie is one of the top 25 food websites in America, and Katie has been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Fox, The Huffington Post, and ABC's 5 OClock News. Her favorite food is chocolate, and she believes in eating dessert every single day.
Theres something about involving pumpkin in recipes when the weather starts to cool off that really makes me come alive! Nogen andre? Call it basic, but Im obsessed. Ill always be team pumpkin everything, and Im so excited to share these delicious Healthy Pumpkin Recipes with you guys today. From wholesome breakfasts, to hearty, cozy dinners, and indulgent desserts, these easy recipes are the best for incorporating fall into your weekly menu!
ThesePumpkin Pie Overnight Oatsare creamy, sweet, and healthy! Perfect for adding a little bit of autumn into your wholesome breakfast routine and great for busy mornings. Make this healthy pumpkin recipe in5 minutes or less!
This ravioli recipe combines comfort food with yummy pumpkin flavors. And although pumpkin is typically a fall vegetable, this recipe calls for canned pumpkinmeaning you can make it year-round whenever the craving strikes.
Pumpkin breakfast go together SO well! From oats, to muffins, to pancakes- you can put them in just about anything! Pumpkin adds a hint of sweetness to most recipes, and helps keeps baked goods moist.
Lets be real. who doesnt love a healthy pumpkin spice latte or pumpkin coffee creamer?! I wanted to include these in this post to show you that you can make both of these things at home. Guaranteed to taste better and have WAY less sugar than anything youre going to find at the store or coffee shop!
Slow Cooker Moroccan Pumpkin Chicken from Sunkissed Kitchen comes together in 15 minutes, and slowly cooks, leaving the chicken tender and coated in a delicious spicy sauce. This easy crockpot chicken recipe is a great low carb and Whole30 option.
Healthy Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto is a delicious, gluten free side dish that feels decadent but is actually good for you! Rich creamy while being low fat, this healthy risotto recipe is delicious year round!
After you carve your jack-o'-lantern, don't throw away the seeds roast them! An ounce of these good-for-you seeds packs 5 grams of protein, plus potassium, magnesium and 20 percent of daily zinc needs.
Spice up your usual pumpkin soup recipe by making this version with jalapeo peppers and coconut milk. This pumpkin soup tastes rich and creamy but uses light coconut milk and fresh ingredients like carrots and bell peppers to make it healthy enough that you can go back for guilt-free seconds. The best part? This healthy pumpkin recipe takes just 25 minutes to make!
Even if you're not serving pumpkin as your main entre, you can still include it on the menu throughout the season by making a batch of this pumpkin spread. Almost like pumpkin hummus, this recipe blends cannellini beans, canned pumpkin, and a few spicy seasonings to make this fiery orange spread. Include it on your dinner table with pita wedges for a quick appetizer. Or spread some on toast for a quick pumpkin snack.
Every fall there's no shortage of comforting pumpkin recipesespecially in the decadent pumpkin desserts category. But there are plenty of healthy pumpkin recipes out there, too. In fact, pumpkin is a nutritional powerhouse! It's high in vitamins and low in calories, plus it makes a great substitute for starchy veggies like potatoes. Derfor har vi afrundet de bedste sunde græskar opskrifter fra savory græskar middage til søde efterår dessertsso, du behøver ikke at føle sig dårlig om indulging i græskar denne sæson.
