Approved by an Accredited Practising Dietitian
Why this recipe is good for you
This recipe is especially rich in Gut health, Fibre and Folate.
- Gut health — A healthy gut supports digestion, immunity and even mood. Fibre-rich and fermented foods — like yoghurt, oats and legumes — feed the good bacteria that live there.
- Fibre — Fibre supports healthy digestion, helps steady your blood sugar, and feeds the good bacteria in your gut.
- Folate — Folate supports healthy cell growth and development, and is especially important in the months before and during pregnancy.
Pumpkin and leek roasted in a savoury miso glaze — a fermented twist on a Sunday tray-bake.
Lunch / Dinner · Serves 4 · Ready in 45 min · Rich in Gut health, Fibre, Folate
Ingredients
- 500g pumpkin, cut into wedges
- 2 leeks, sliced thick
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp water
Method
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Whisk the miso, olive oil, maple syrup and water into a glaze.
- Toss the pumpkin and leek in the glaze and spread on a tray.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes, turning once, until tender and caramelised.
Tip: Leeks are one of the richest food sources of prebiotic fibre — don't skip the pale green parts.
Roughly per serve
- Protein: 5 g
- Folate: 70 µg
- Fibre: 7 g
Everyday recipes with approximate per-serve nutrient values estimated from AUSNUT and USDA food-composition data. A general guide, not individual advice.
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