Perfect pumpkin recipes

We usually enjoy pumpkin alongside our Sunday roasts, but there are so many ways to enjoy this humble vegetable. We've pulled together a collection to showcase its versatility.

Jul 05, 2020 2:00pm

The safest and easiest way to cut pumpkin and squash

So how do the professionals do it? Is there really a way to cut pumpkin easily?

Start by using a large, sharp, heavy knife for the job; this will get through the tough outer skin and won't bend or snap once it's cutting.

For long-shaped pumpkins, like butternut squash, lie the pumpkin on its side and trim the top and base, then cut off the neck.

With the piece upright, cut around the pumpkin with a knife (you could also use a strong, wide-style peeler).

Turn the piece on its side and cut the pumpkin into rounds, before stacking a couple of rounds together and cutting into a dice shape.

For large, round pumpkins such as Queensland Blue or Kent, cut across the top, using a rocking action.

With Kent pumpkins, remove the seed and place cut side down. As the skin is edible, simply cut it into thin wedges to roast.

Now your pumpkin is ready to use in your favourite recipe.

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Caramelised leek and pumpkin pie

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Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

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One-pot spiced chicken, pumpkin and rice

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Thai prawn and pumpkin soup

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Chicken and pumpkin lasagne

Everyone loves lasagne! Try my nourishing twist on a family fave.

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This soft, light butternut pumpkin ravioli with cheese and the earthy herb flavour of sage is truly satisfying.

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Perfect for a picnic, this pumpkin and tuna pie is quick and hearty.

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Leek and pumpkin risotto

This light, vegetarian risotto is packed with pumpkin, leek and fragrant rosemary, making a flavour-packed and easy family dinner idea when you want to skip the steak.

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Chicken and pumpkin pot pies

These delicious pot pies are a fantastic option for lunch. Small in size but big on taste, they'll have you wanting more so double the recipe. It's also suitable for diabetics.

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Creamy. nourishing pumpkin gnocchi with broccolini and red onion - a deliciously easy dish perfect for any night of the week!

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Roasted pumpkin risotto

For a hearty winter warmer, this filling roast pumpkin risotto is the way to go. This one's simmered in white wine and chicken stock and topped with extra pumpkin cubes and parmesan. Divine!

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Brown rice salad with pumpkin

There is nothing boring about this inventive salad. Bold flavours of roast pumpkin, pomegranate seeds and nori with brown rice and a miso dressing will give your view of salads a pleasant refresher.

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Winter vegie bowl

When your body is crying out for a healthy, nourishing lunch or dinner, but the weather is cool, this beautiful winter vegie bowl comes in very handy.

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No-bake gluten-free pumpkin pies

These adorable single-serve no-bake pumpkin pies are both refined sugar-free and gluten-free for a healthy dessert that's naturally sweet with the perfect hint of pumpkin spice.

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Gluten-free pumpkin damper

Damper is an Australian soda bread that travellers would traditionally bake in the coals of a campfire. Here we've added delicious pumpkin, and subbed in gluten-free flour so now everyone can have a bite.

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Prawn and vegetable japanese hash browns

These modern Asian inspired hash browns are the best tasting yet

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This delicious vegetarian lasagne might start out as your Meat-free Monday inspiration but, believe us, it's just as good on Tuesday for lunch!

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Creamy bacon pumpkin spaghetti

This recipe is great for those who are trying to reduce carbs from their diet.

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To make the perfect lunch you have to start with the perfect wrap. These pumpkin and lentil wraps are so tasty and full of all the goodness!

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Add some brightness to your roast cauliflower and pumpkin with zesty chilli and lime cashews and the fresh, light flavour of coconut.

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Pumpkin pie

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Maggie Beer's baked pumpkin with herbs and pumpkin seeds

Maggie Beer gives baked pumpkin a makeover for your Christmas spread with fresh herbs and a verjuice glaze

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Vegan roast

This clever roast is a vegan take on the turducken.

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Roast pumpkin dip with spiced chickpeas

Spiced chickpeas add texture and flavour to this sweet and tangy roast pumpkin dip

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Turmeric veg with sauerkraut hummus

The ultimate nutrient-packed lunch bowl! Fresh vegies, sauerkraut, nuts & seeds and a vibrant sauerkraut hummus sauce make it hearty and flavorful.

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Chicken, pumpkin and apricot tagine

An aromatic tagine will put warmth into any winter night.

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Pumpkin, capsicum and fetta stuffed mushrooms

These tasty stuffed mushrooms are packed full of goodness and wonderful texture. They're great served as a starter for a dinner party with friends.

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Pumpkin spice cake with maple frosting

This is a complex and very adult cake that makes an ideal dessert for a special dinner party, or as the centrepiece for a significant celebration.

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Pumpkin and feta muffins

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Pumpkin tabbouleh

The addition of roasted pumpkin in this delicious tabbouleh dish adds a hearty, flavoursome note to this dish, making it filling enough to enjoy on it's own as a light lunch or as part of a big dinner spread.

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Cauliflower, pumpkin and split pea curry

There's plenty of juice to mop up in this delicious vegetarian curry, we're not even sure it's not a soup. Serve with plenty of rice or naan bread to enjoy every last drop.

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Warm up with this wholesome nourishing miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles. The perfect combination for a meat-free dinner idea.

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Seeded pumpkin bread

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Bacon, egg and pumpkin feast bruschetta

There is nothing more satisfying than a hearty meal to start the day. This breakfast bruschetta sets a high benchmark.

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Fresh, wholesome dinners are always the most satisfying! Just like this pumpkin and corn quesadilla dish with fresh tomato salsa - healthy, nourishing and so delicious! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

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Pumpkin empanadas

An empanada is a stuffed pastry or bread that is baked or fried. They are often filled with meat, but this spiced pumpkin version is a delicious vegetarian take on this classic Latin American snack food.

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Stir-fried pumpkin, water spinach and tomatoes

Light, fresh and tasty, this beautiful vegetarian pumpkin stir-fry is full of nutrients. Enjoy on the side of a dinner spread or on it's own with some steamed rice.

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If you have any leftover cooked pumpkin, you're well on your way to a delicious plate of these traditional pumpkin scones. We've used a simple, basic recipe here. Sometimes the original really is the best.

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Spiced pumpkin pies with honey & nuts

We took a traditional pumpkin pie and created individual serves. With drizzles of honey, dolloped cream and a scattering of crushed nuts these delicious pumpkin pies are utterly charming.

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An exquisite salad of barbecued chorizo, chickpea and pumpkin with a sweet and sour sherry vinegar dressing.

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Lighten up an Italian classic with this pumpkin and goat's cheese lasagne with rocket and pepita salad - healthy, fresh, and full of delicious ingredients that work perfectly together.

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Lebanese roasted pumpkin salad

Looking for delicious and healthy vegetarian dinner ideas? Then don't go past this wholesome Lebanese roasted pumpkin salad - a tasty and nutritious crowd-pleasing dish!