Harissa Pumpkin with Garlic Tahini Dressing Recipe

Pumpkin wedges are a delicious and versatile way to enjoy the earthy sweetness of pumpkin. Roasted to perfection, these wedges become caramelised on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. They're perfect as a savoury side dish and the Harissa marinade and Garlicky Tahini. Dressing complements the Pumpkin perfectly.

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 1 Kg Pumpkin, peeled and cut into wedges

Marinade

• 1 heaped tsp Harissa Paste
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• Salt and Black Pepper
• 3 tbsp Oil

Green Tahini Garlic Dressing

• 50g Tahini Paste
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• Pinch Cumin Seeds
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 50g Coriander Leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200C, 395 f.
2. Add the Pumpkin to a bowl with the remaining ingredients and rub the marinade into the Pumpkin.Place in a lined oven tray. Roast for 25-30 minutes.
3. Make the dressing by combining all the ingredients for the Dressing in a blender and pulse till combined.
4. Place Pumpkin wedges on a platter and drizzle over the dressing.

Variations

Add some chopped Feta to the wedges.

Roohts Products

• Salt
• Cumin Seeds