Pumpkin Mash with Roasted Garlic and Thyme
Smooth pumpkin mash with mellow roasted garlic and fresh thyme. Light yet satisfying, this autumn side dish pairs perfectly with a wide range of mains. Easy to prepare ahead, it reheats beautifully, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties, family meals, or seasonal holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 Pumpkin 1.5 kg, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 1 bulb Garlic whole and unpeeled
- 2 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 40 g Butter unsalted
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the pumpkin chunks on a baking tray. Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap loosely in foil. Place it on the tray alongside the pumpkin.
- Roast for 35–40 minutes, turning the pumpkin halfway through, until the flesh is tender and starting to caramelise at the edges. Remove the garlic and pumpkin from the oven.
- Transfer the pumpkin to a large saucepan. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves from their skins directly into the pan. Add the butter and thyme leaves stripped from their sprigs.
- Mash with a potato masher for a rustic texture or use a hand blender for ultra-smooth results. Season generously with salt and pepper. If you prefer a looser mash, stir in a splash of warm milk or vegetable stock until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with a few extra thyme leaves if you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 8800IU | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
