Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Pumpkin

cut into chunks

1 cup

Spinach

cleaned

1.5 cup

Milk

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon Powder

1 unit

Dates

1 tbsp

Pumpkin Seeds

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 175°C.

Step 2
~7 min

Cut pumpkin into large chunks with skin.

Step 3
~7 min

Bake pumpkin for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until soft.

Step 4
~7 min

Let the pumpkin cool completely.

Step 5
~7 min

Store cooled pumpkin in the refrigerator.

Step 6
~7 min

Scoop out 1 cup of pumpkin flesh from the skin.

Step 7
~7 min

Add pumpkin, spinach, cinnamon, milk, and date (if using) to a blender.

Step 8
~7 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 9
~7 min

Pour smoothie into a glass.

Step 10
~7 min

Top with pumpkin seeds.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a thicker smoothie, use frozen pumpkin chunks.

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less dates.

Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra boost.

Roasting the pumpkin brings out its sweetness.

Ensure pumpkin is fully cooled before blending to avoid damaging the blender.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pumpkin can be baked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (cinnamon)
Noise Level
Medium (blender)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled

Enjoy as a breakfast or snack

Pair with a slice of toast or granola

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Akuri
Toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Continental

Cultural Significance

Modern health-conscious cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Halloween
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Fall
Halloween
Thanksgiving

Popularity Score

70/100

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