The pumpkin is a vegetable with excellent nutritional value, as well as a delicious, very distinctive flavor and a very pleasant texture. Although it can currently be found all year round, the best time to enjoy it is in autumn, when the highest-quality varieties are harvested. In this post, we will give you two pumpkin recipes so that you can prepare it and enjoy its benefits.
Types of pumpkin
There are more than 9,000 types of pumpkin, with the following standing out:
- Peanut or butternut squash: elongated in shape with sweet flesh.
- Violin pumpkin: one of the most common in Spain, also with a sweet flavor and smooth texture.
- Potimarron pumpkin: somewhat smaller than the previous ones, and with a slight nutty flavor.
In Spain, the main pumpkin-producing regions are Andalusia, Castilla-La Mancha, and the Valencian Community. It is a very versatile food and can be used in a wide variety of pumpkin recipes in Spanish cuisine.
The properties of pumpkin:
Low in calories
Pumpkin is a food with a low calorie content, since 100 grams contain only 25 calories. This makes it an excellent option for those looking for low-calorie foods.
Source of fiber
Pumpkin is rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, which promotes the proper functioning of the digestive system and helps prevent constipation.
Vitamins
- Vitamin A (carotene): vitamin A is what gives it its characteristic orange color, and this vitamin is essential for eye health.
- Vitamins C and E: Powerful antioxidants that strengthen the immune system.
- B-group vitamins (B2, B6, and B9): These vitamins are involved in energy production and the development of the immune system.
Minerals
Pumpkin is also a good source of essential minerals such as zinc, potassium, magnesium, and iron, which perform various functions in the body, such as regulating electrolyte balance and strengthening the immune system.
Pumpkin recipes
Calabaza asada al horno con canela
¿Qué necesitas?
- 1 tabla de cortar
- 1 cuchillo
- 1 bandeja de horno
- 1 papel de horno
Ingredients
- 500 gramos de calabaza (puedes usar cualquier variedad que prefieras)
- edulcorante al gusto o miel
- 1 pizca de sal
- canela en polvo al gusto
Instructions
- Lavamos la calabaza.
- Comenzamos cortando sobre una tabla de cortar, la calabaza en rodajas del mismo tamaño. No es necesario retirar la cáscara.
- Precalienta el horno a 180ºC
- Una vez listas las rodajas, colocamos papel de horno sobre la bandeja de horno.
- Coloca las rodajas de calabaza. Añade canela al gusto, una pizca de sal, y de forma opcional miel o edulcorante.
- Hornea durante 25-30 minutos. Hasta que comience a dorarse.
- Y listo. Puedes disfrutar de la calabaza al horno caliente o fría. Puedes acompañarla con tus toppings favoritos, como por ejemplo unas nueces o almendras.
Our recommendations for these pumpkin recipes
At Life Pro, our mission is to provide any healthy option so that taking care of yourselves is not so difficult. For this recipe, you can use a sauce from the new sauzero zero calories range; try the ones intended for desserts, or whichever one you like best. Choose your favorite! You can enjoy its flavor without having to count calories.