15 Savory Pumpkin Recipes

Fall is here and it is the time of year to bring out your autumn recipes that feature the fresh ingredients that are abundant right now. The Pumpkin Season is right around the corner and we want to showcase some of our favorite Savory Recipes. Desserts with Pumpkin step aside and let your Savory cousins step into the spot light!!

We want to share this round up of savory pumpkin recipes so you can make the most out of this seasonal ingredient. Pumpkin is a nutritious and versatile ingredient that adds texture and interest to any dish. Check out our full Fall Salad Recipes roundup for more seasonal inspiration. We have also included some of the serving pieces, cook ware and kitchen tools that will come in handy. The recipes below require puree or fresh pumpkin. Butternut squash is frequently sold already cubed, so you could always substitute this for the pumpkin.

15 Savory Pumpkin Recipes

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Drinks

Now this is the only area that we had to add sweeter tasting recipes. They just looked so good, we couldn’t resist.

Pumpkin Spice Moscow Mule

Pumpkin Spice Moscow Mule– from The Speckled Palate. The hero in this drink is the Pumpkin Spice Syrup. Added to the ginger beer, lime juice, vodka and ice-this is delicious. The instructions for making your own Pumpkin Spice Syrup are included. You can always use Torani or Monin brand Pumpkin Spice Syrup instead. This recipe can be prepared in batches for any large party. Typically, this is served in a copper mug. Below are some serving pieces to look through. Click on any photo for more information.

Pumpkin Pie Martini

A Pumpkin Pie Martini- from the Pioneer Woman. We love that this drink is more like a dessert and is made with pumpkin puree. Served in either a Martini Glass or a Coupe and you have an elegant presentation. Both are included in the photos below. Click on any photo for more information.

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Appetizers

Pumpkin Hummus

This Pumpkin Hummus recipe is from the Little Sunny Kitchen. The list of ingredients is pumpkin puree, chickpeas, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt and optional smoked paprika or hot chili. A blender or food processor is all you need. Click on any photo below for more information.

Salads

Roasted Pumpkin Salad

This delicious Roasted Pumpkin Salad recipe is from Choosing Chia. It has Pumpkin, Kale, Feta cheese, pomegranate seeds and walnuts. You can also substitute the cubed pumpkin for butternut squash. Yum. Click on any photo below for more information.

Roasted Pumpkin Salad With Orange Dressing

A Roasted Pumpkin Salad With Orange Dressing- This salad is from Taste of Home. This has the roasted pumpkin-can substitute butternut squash too- arugula or spinach, goat cheese, cranberries and apricots. Click on any photo below for more information.

Soups and Chili

Ginger Pumpkin Soup

Ginger Pumpkin Soup- from Country Living. This recipe uses pumpkin puree, pear juice, peanut butter, fresh ginger, chopped green onion, garlic and chicken broth. It takes only 25 minutes to prepare and is great for when you are pressed for time. Click on any photo below for more information.

Cherry Peach Pumpkin Chili

This Cherry Peach Pumpkin Chili recipe is from American Spoon. American Spoon is a wonderful Michigan Company that makes small batch preserves, salsas, jams, grilling sauces and so much more. They locally source many of their ingredients from the region of Northern Michigan that is truly special. This recipe is one of Val’s favorites and it uses American Spoon’s Cherry Peach Salsa and Pumpkin Chipotle Roasting Sauce! Click here to get to their website. They have amazing items and ship everywhere. Click on any photo below for more information.

Pumpkin Beef and Black Bean Chili

This Pumpkin Beef and Black Bean Chili is from Country Living. You can use either cubed pumpkin or butternut squash. It only takes 20 minutes to prep and 45 minutes to cook. Click on any photo below for more information.

Side Dishes

Roasted Pumpkin With Cranberries and Pecans

Roasted Pumpkin With Cranberries and Pecans- from Sprinkles and Sprouts. This recipe uses fresh pumpkin that you cube. It would make a great side dish for any meal-particularly Thanksgiving. Click on any photo below for more information.

Roasted Pumpkin With Root Veggies and Broccoli

This Roasted Pumpkin With Root Veggies and Broccoli recipe is from All Recipes. This recipe uses fresh pumpkin, broccoli, beets, potatoes, sweet potatoes and onions. This is so hearty you could add some crusty bread and have a meal. Click on any photo below for more information.

Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato And Pumpkin Bread Pudding

This Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato And Pumpkin Bread Pudding is from All Recipes. What an amazing side dish or a breakfast dish for company. Fresh, cubed pumpkin is used in this recipe. Click on any photo below for more information.

Entrees

Pumpkin Quesadillas

Pumpkin Quesadillas-from Luci’s Morsels. With the Pumpkin Puree, this recipe looks easy and delicious. You could add some tortilla chips with American Spoon Pumpkin Salsa on the side. Click on any photo below for more information.

Pumpkin Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shell Bolognese Bake

From Half Baked Harvest is this Pumpkin Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shell Bolognese Bake. This recipe is delicious-everything from Half Baked Harvest is. This recipe uses pumpkin puree and has such interesting flavors- sage, nutmeg, smoked paprika, fennel, blue cheese, fontina cheese and provolone. Click on any photo below for more information.

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

This Pumpkin Mac and Cheese recipe is from Half Baked Harvest. Here is a one-pot recipe making clean up so easy. This recipe uses pumpkin puree, coconut milk, cream cheese, cheddar and gouda cheese. Not for the day before a cholesterol blood draw. Haha!!! Click on any photo below for more information.

Pumpkin Cannelloni With Sage Brown Butter

From Country Living, Pumpkin Cannelloni With Sage Brown Butter. This recipe uses fresh pumpkin. Drizzle the Sage Brown Butter is over the top of the dish after removing it from the oven. Click on any photo below for more information.

Bon Appetit and please let us know if you have a favorite pumpkin recipe to share!

Bev & Val

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