Description
Crispy and delicious oven-roasted pumpkin fries, a healthier alternative to traditional fries, perfect for a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Medium Fresh Pumpkin (or butternut squash)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- Fresh Thyme or Rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the pumpkin by slicing it in half, scooping out the seeds, and cutting it into fry-shaped sticks.
- Toss the pumpkin fries with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and chili powder in a bowl.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let them rest for a few minutes after baking.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure fries have some space on the baking sheet. Enjoy them with a tangy yogurt dip for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin fries, roasted pumpkin, fall recipe, healthy snacks, vegetarian side dish