3 Tasty Ways to Eat Pumpkin

30 Sep 3 Tasty Ways to Eat Pumpkin

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Carving pumpkins this autumn? Don’t let the flesh go to waste. There are plenty of ways to eat pumpkin and make the most of their nutrient dense flesh. Pumpkin is low-carb and nutrient rich, providing good levels of fibre, zinc and beta carotene. They’re also extremely versatile. Here are three ways to eat pumpkin…

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IS PUMPKIN GOOD FOR WEIGHT LOSS?

Rich, sweet and creamy, many people might avoid pumpkin thinking it wasn’t a good choice for those watching their weight. But pumpkin can be a really healthy addition to your diet, even if you’re trying to lose weight. Pumpkin is low in calories, with less than 50 calories per cup of cooked pumpkin, making it a great choice for calorie counters. Pumpkin is also high in fibre, which promotes feelings of fullness and helps curb appetite, potentially reducing overall food intake. Its high water content (94%) contributes to its weight-loss-friendly nature, allowing you to eat more volume for fewer calories, and stay hydrated. Additionally, pumpkin is rich in nutrients like vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants, supporting overall health.

3 WAYS TO EAT PUMPKIN

PUMPKIN SOUP

Soups are a great option at this time of the year as the weather starts to get cooler. Make a big pot of vegetable soup over the weekend and take it to work for weekday lunches alongside some protein. This delicious Thai Pumpkin Soup is a great option – use coconut oil instead of sunflower oil and skip the sugar, or swap it for xylitol.

ROAST PUMPKIN

Roasting is one of the simplest way to eat pumpkin. Simply chop it into chunks, drizzle it with some olive oil, season with cracked black peppers and sea salt and roast in the oven at 200c for around 30 minutes, or until the chunks are tender. Roasted pumpkin goes really well alongside any kind of baked fish fillets and some wilted leafy greens. The leftovers can also be eaten cold in a salad.

PUMPKIN MUFFINS

These keto pumpkin muffins are made with coconut flour and are healthy and filling enough to eat for breakfast. You can make your own pumpkin puree from your carved pumpkins rather than buying shop bought in cans. As for sweetener, xylitol is our go-to sweeter of choice and is now widely available in most supermarkets. The internet is a great source of recipe inspiration and there are many ideas for healthy pumpkin muffins and cookies.

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