vegetable

Pumpkin — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

Pumpkin is a versatile winter squash with a naturally sweet, earthy flavor and a vibrant orange flesh. When roasted or puréed, it develops a rich, velvety texture perfect for both savory soups and sweet autumnal desserts. Its seeds can also be toasted for a crunchy, nutritious garnish.

Pumpkin
Calories26kcal
Protein1g
Fat0.1g
Carbohydrates6.5g
Fiber0.5g
Sugar2.76g
Density0.6g/ml
Portion150g
Shelf life90days

Vitamins

A0.43mg
C9mg
D0mg
E1.06mg
K1.1mg
B10.05mg
B20.11mg
B30.6mg
B50.3mg
B60.06mg
B916mg
B120mg

Minerals

Calcium21mg
Iron0.8mg
Magnesium12mg
Phosphorus44mg
Potassium340mg
Sodium1mg
Zinc0.32mg
Selenium0.3mg

Culinary profile

sweetness4
acidity2
bitterness1
umami3
aroma5
textureFirm and dense when raw, becoming soft, creamy, and velvety when roasted or puréed

Properties

glycemic index75
glycemic load3
ph5.2
water activity0.99

Diets

veganvegetarianpaleogluten freemediterraneanlow carb