20 Savory Pumpkin Recipes You Have To Try

Spicy Pumpkin Pork Noodles
Photo: Chef John

Who says pumpkin has to get all sweetened up to be good? Not us! We've rounded up our best savory pumpkin ideas to make this fall. In this collection of our best savory pumpkin recipes, you'll find satisfying autumnal dishes that leave out the sugar but bring on the spice. These rich, earthy recipes are just right for chilly weather.

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Thai Pumpkin Soup

bowl of Thai Pumpkin Soup
KrystaB.

Allrecipes community member kittenbrain had great advice for using lemongrass in this soup: "Take a spike of lemongrass, hammer it to release the flavor, add to the oil and remember to strain it out in the end."

02 of 21

Pumpkin Crepes with Fontina Cheese Sauce

Pumpkin Crepes with Fontina Cheese Sauce
Photo by Kim's Cooking Now. Kim's Cooking Now

"This savory crepe recipe makes a nice first course to any meal," says Kim's Cooking Now. "You can change up the cheese, but make sure it's a good melting cheese, such as Gouda, Asiago, Gruyere, or provolone."

03 of 21

Pumpkin Soup

closeup of thick golden soup in a white bowl
"Added butternut squash. Topped with sour cream, chives, and parmesan crisp.". chibi chef

"Super yummy and super easy. I added a shake or two each of ginger and nutmeg...just enough to intensify the flavor of the soup. I also added the cream to taste, which was about half of the listed amount." – Kristy

04 of 21

Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup

Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup in a pumpkin shaped bowl
Carson's Mommy

This vegan version of pumpkin soup is rich with coconut oil and coconut milk instead of butter and cream.

05 of 21

Pumpkin Ravioli with Hazelnut Cream Sauce

Pumpkin Ravioli with Hazelnut Cream Sauce
Photo by Meredith resize.

How decadent is this restaurant-worthy dinner? Ravioli is stuffed with an aromatic pumpkin filling, then coated with a simple cream sauce.

06 of 21

Moroccan Vegetable Soup

Moroccan vegetable pumpkin soup with garnish in a navy blue bowl
Linda T

"I love this soup. Great on a cold rainy day. I add cayenne pepper to bowl right before serving and it adds a nice heat profile." – Jamison

07 of 21

Potato and Pumpkin Gratin

a top-down view of a round ceramic baking dish of a cheese-topped potato and pumpkin casserole
Kim's Cooking Now

"A bit of a twist from your standard au gratin potatoes...layers of thinly sliced potatoes and pumpkin combined with Swiss Gruyere and a hint of thyme make for a tasty and elegant side dish," says recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Kim's Cooking Now.

08 of 21

Pumpkin and Tofu Miso Soup

Pumpkin and Tofu Miso Soup in a white bowl
Linda T

"This was quite good.. a little more seasoning added for my tastes. Pickled ginger is really a must for this." – Linda T

09 of 21

Chef John's Pumpkin-Braised Pork

Chef John's Pumpkin-Braised Pork on a white dish with pumpkin
Chef John

"If you're looking for a fun, and very seasonably appropriate way to cook some pork shoulder, I can't think of a better, or more beautiful one, which is why I really hope you give this a try soon," says recipe creator Chef John.

10 of 21

Cazuela de Vaca (Beef and Pumpkin Stew)

Cazuela de Vaca (Beef and Pumpkin Stew)
Laura

Several community members swapped out the pumpkin for butternut squash instead. As gescudero explains, "South American 'pumpkin' is completely different from North American Pumpkin. It is sweeter and much softer, more a squash really."

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Savory Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

Savory Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Buckwheat Queen

Take your boring pasta dinner up a notch with this creamy, spicy, and surprisingly simple pumpkin sauce.

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Roasted Pumpkin with Root Vegetables and Broccoli

Roasted Pumpkin with Root Vegetables and Broccoli
lyudka

Made with roasted pumpkin, beets, and sweet potatoes, this seasonal medley works well as a side dish or entree.

13 of 21

Spicy Pumpkin Chili

looking into a bowl of spicy pumpkin chili topped with chopped green onions
Sherri

"WOW this was so good ,the smell really reminded me of a crisp fall day." – faye

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Pumpkin Lobster Mac and Cheese

Pumpkin Lobster Mac and Cheese
Photo by Life Tastes Good.

Just in case you're fresh outta lobster, you can use crab meat instead. That's what Allrecipes member Sally Campbell Taylor did.

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Pumpkin Chipotle Pasta Sauce

closeup of bowtie pasta topped with pumpkin sauce, grated parmesan, and chopped parsley

Linda T

Chipotle peppers and pumpkin team up in a spicy sauce that you can put on anything. Try it over cheese ravioli or gnocchi.

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Roast Pumpkin and Feta Risotto

closeup of a bowl of risotto with chunks of pumpkin and feta, garnished with a basil leaf

Danae Patrice

"A winner...literally! I'm a college student and my dorm sponsored a cooking contest for dishes using fresh pumpkin, so I entered this one, and I won 1st prize!" – Mallory

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Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato and Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato and Pumpkin Bread Pudding
RusticJoyfylFood

"Cheesy, crispy, crunchy and warm," says recipe creator RusticJoyfylFood. "This savory bread pudding is an unexpected and delightful way to use pumpkin. The addition of sausage makes it a main course or a hearty side dish."

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Spicy Pumpkin Pork Noodles

top-down view of bucatini pasta topped with spiced ground pork and chopped scallions

Chef John

"I was skeptical at first because it's such a multicultural fusion (Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Italian), but it was freaking amazing! My only regret is that I didn't make a larger batch so I could eat it for the next week. – Anonymous

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Savory Pumpkin Hummus

Savory Pumpkin Hummus with sage leaves
NancyLou

"I used 1 can garbanzo & 1 can pumpkin. Once everything was blended, I added cayenne to my liking. Great recipe! Simply, yummy, healthy." – heather

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Pumpkin Lasagna

pumpkin lasagna with two servings on plates
Allrecipes

Try this fall-inspired twist on a classic comfort food. It's a labor of love, but it's well worth the extra effort.

Updated by
Corey Williams
Corey Williams

Corey Williams is a food writer for MyRecipes and Allrecipes. She has a decade of journalism experience.

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