Fall is officially here, which certainly means one thing - it’s pumpkin season! Did you know that the United States alone produces 1.5 BILLION pounds of pumpkins each year?! Approximately 80% of this crop is available and sold during the single month of October. Crazy right? The obsession with all things pumpkin is real, and is certainly the case here at the Zengarry Kitchen. We are constantly creating squash-infused recipes, and have a few favourites that are definitely worth sharing! Here is our top 10 round-up of must-try vegan pumpkin recipes for the fall season ahead:
Not your average hummus! White beans take the place of traditional chickpeas, and we love the pop of colour and extra nutrients that canned pumpkin adds to this hummus recipe.
2. Pumpkin Gnocchi with Creamy Swiss Sauce
Take advantage of two seasonal crops with this recipe - pumpkin and potatoes! We find gnocchi very fun to prepare, as nothing beats the taste of fresh, homemade pasta.
3. Vegan Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Who could refuse a little hidden veggies in their breakfast when it looks THIS good? Overnight oatmeal is a staple source of morning fuel in our Kitchen. Enjoy either served cold, or warmed up in the microwave.
4. Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta
Creamy and oh so cozy! We love a good pasta recipe, and this one is rich in both flavour and colour. Prepare with your favourite pasta for your next family dinner!
Simple ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes, could lunch get any more creamy, easy and delicious? Hint: the coconut cream in this recipe adds a drool-worthy, fragrant flavour!
6. Lasagna Roll-Ups with Pumpkin Bechamel
A seasonal and vegan twist on a family dinner classic! A soon-to-be family favourite guaranteed, you will be asked to make them again and again!
7. Instant Pot Vegan Pumpkin Risotto
Could dinner get any easier than this? Instant pots are a complete time saver, and this pumpkin recipe offers further versatility as either a main course or side dish.
This recipe is a perfect example of just how easy vegan baking can be! It is the season after all, and canned pumpkin is a great way to help make for a more tender vegan pastry.
A seasonal twist on a classic bakery staple! Cinnamon rolls really could not be any simpler to make. Try swapping the raisins for other dried fruits like cherries or cranberries!
10. Vegan Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells
The action shot that tells all! This recipe rounds out our top 10 and will make for a delicious centrepiece at your next potluck! Check out the creativity in this recipe's tofu 'ricotta'- style cheese.
Are you in the pumpkin mood yet? We sure are! Be sure to let us know which of these recipes you try for yourself, and follow along on @zengarrykitchen for more seasonal inspired recipes!