Save A festive and fun dish featuring roasted pumpkin and colorful vegetables arranged to resemble a jack-o-lantern&mdashperfect for a Halloween celebration.
I love creating this Pumpkin Lantern Plate every Halloween to bring a smile to my family's faces with its colorful and festive look.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 small round pumpkin (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips, 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips, 1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds, 1 small red onion, sliced into thin wedges
- Seasonings: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garnishes: 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pumpkin slices:
- Arrange the pumpkin slices in a large circle on the baking sheet to form the shape of a pumpkin face.
- Outline face:
- Use bell pepper strips to outline the eyes, nose, and mouth of the jack-o-lantern. Fill in with zucchini and red onion for color and contrast.
- Season vegetables:
- Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Roast:
- Roast in the oven for 25&ndash30 minutes, until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Transfer to platter:
- Carefully transfer the roasted lantern to a serving platter, maintaining the jack-o-lantern face.
- Garnish and serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.
Save Making this Pumpkin Lantern Plate always brings the family together to enjoy the festive spirit and delicious tastes.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Chefs knife, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains seeds (pumpkin seeds). Recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. Check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 120, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 2 g per serving
Save This Pumpkin Lantern Plate is a perfect centerpiece for your Halloween table and a delicious autumn treat.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of pumpkin should I use?
Use a small, round pumpkin about 2 lbs, peeled and sliced. It should be firm and dense for roasting.
- → Can I substitute the vegetables?
Yes, carrots or eggplant can be used as alternatives to create similar textures and colors.
- → How do I achieve the caramelized texture?
Roast the vegetables at 400°F for 25–30 minutes, allowing natural sugars to caramelize without burning.
- → What spices complement the dish?
Smoked paprika and ground cumin add a warm, smoky flavor that enhances the roasted vegetables.
- → Are there allergen considerations?
This dish contains toasted pumpkin seeds, so avoid if you have seed allergies. It's naturally gluten- and dairy-free.