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Pumpkin Seed Cluster Snack Mix
Tired of traditional trail mix? Get creative in the kitchen and try this seasonal snack mix instead!
Crab, Kale & Ricotta Lasagna Rolls with Parmesan Pumpkin Sauce
Pumpkin and Italian make a great combo in this delicious meal! Break out this dish when you want to impress friends and family with your culinary skills. We won’t tell them that this is actually a quick and easy meal that comes together in just 30 minutes!
What’s in Season: Pumpkin
Every fall when the weather cools, pumpkins rise in popularity. Used both for decorative and culinary purposes, pumpkins are not only pretty, they’re also delicious and healthy! Pumpkins are planted in early May through June and harvested in the fall months. Pumpkins are a type of winter squash with smooth, slightly ribbed orange skin. The inside contains thick flesh, pulp, and seeds. Picking the Right Type of Pumpkin Pumpkins are planted in early May through June and harvested in the fall months. Pumpkins are a type of winter squash with smooth, slightly ribbed orange skin. The inside
Top Diabetes-Friendly Pumpkin Recipes
The leaves are changing, cool weather is arriving, and pumpkins are back on the menu! If fall has you craving all things pumpkin, then don’t miss our top pumpkin recipes that are healthy, diabetes-friendly options. Pumpkin is a versatile ingredient. It can be used in sweet or savory recipes. In fact, you could have pumpkin-powered recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We even have a few healthy snack options too, for when you need a pumpkin pick-me-up in the afternoon. Pumpkin is also a great option for people with diabetes due to its high fiber and low carbohydrate count per serving. Plus
Fall Granola with Pumpkin Seeds
This granola can make a satisfying snack on its own or you can use it to top yogurt or oatmeal. Full of fall flavors from sugar free maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and dried cranberries.
Slow Cooker Pork and Pumpkin Stew
Slow cookers allow for a no-fuss meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve steamed nonstarchy vegetables or a salad with this stew for a complete meal.
Pumpkin Chowder with Toasted Pepitas
Author Steven Petusevsky: "This chowder is rich and full of bold tropical flavor. You can leave it chunky as I do, or purée it if you like it smooth and creamy. Sometimes I substitute 1 cup of the vegetable broth or water for a cup of light coconut milk for a bit of extra richness."
Crunchy Seed & Almond Trail Mix
This Crunchy Seed & Almond Trail Mix blends hearty almonds with pumpkin and sunflower seeds for a simple, nutrientdense snack. It’s satisfying, easy to portion, and perfect for a quick boost of energy at home or on the go.
Creamy Celery Crunch Bites
These refreshing snack bites pair crisp celery with smooth fatfree cream cheese and a sprinkle of pumpkin and sunflower seeds for a satisfying mix of crunch and creaminess. They come together in minutes and make a light, energizing singleserve snack.
Cool Weather Cobbler
"This is my take on a classic apple crumble," says cookbook author and nutrition expert, Katie Cavuto. "But I wanted to pay homage to the natural sweetness of the fruit instead of lobbing on the sugar. Arrowroot powder thickens this whole-fruit filling and fresh ginger, cinnamon, and orange zest lend robust flavors to this treat. And the topping adds more than just crunch; with oats, whole-wheat flour, pumpkin seeds, almonds, and maple syrup, it’s a tasty way to get your nutrients."