7 Nutritious Pumpkin Recipes for the Fall Season

With its vivid orange hue and gentle sweetness, pumpkin is a classic fruit of the fall season.

This versatile squash is also loaded with nutrients. Just 1 cup of mashed pumpkin delivers nearly 2 grams (g) of filling protein and 3 g of gut-friendly fiber. The same amount also provides 706 micrograms (mcg) of vision-supporting vitamin A, 564 milligrams (mg) of potassium that helps regulate blood pressure, and 11.5 mg of immune-supporting vitamin C.

Because pumpkin has a mild taste and creamy texture, it works well in all kinds of dishes. It blends easily into soups, baked goods, oats, chili, and more.

Here are seven healthy ways to add pumpkin to your diet.

All Everyday Health recipes meet expert-developed nutrient goals and take several dietary guidelines into account. Learn more about the methodology used to determine why the recipes on this list are healthy.