05 October 2026
In the fall, we crave a special sense of coziness—warm blankets, hot tea, and aromas that fill the home with genuine warmth. And pumpkin is undoubtedly the king of the kitchen at this time of year. It’s a versatile seasonal ingredient that pairs perfectly with spices, so it can be served as a delicious dessert or a savory snack. Below, we’ll share a few recipes with you, and you can find everything you need to make oven-roasted pumpkin at METRO in just a few minutes. The store chain offers fresh products from its own brands: Metro Chef, ARO, and RIOBA.
Delicious oven-roasted pumpkin pairs perfectly with both sweet and savory spices. During cooking, its flavor fully develops, and all the vitamins are preserved, making the dishes not only delicious but also healthy.
In this recipe, the pumpkin reveals its sweet and spicy flavor, complemented by a pleasant caramelized crust from the honey and a savory hint of garlic.
Ingredients:
● pumpkin — 800 g;
● liquid honey — 2 tbsp;
● olive oil — 3 tbsp;
● garlic — 3 cloves;
● fresh rosemary — 2 sprigs;
● salt and ground black pepper — to taste.
Peel the pumpkin and remove the seeds, then cut the flesh into neat, medium-sized cubes. In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, liquid honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange the pumpkin pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle evenly with the honey-olive oil mixture, and top with fresh rosemary sprigs. Bake in an oven preheated to 200 °C for about 25–30 minutes, until tender and a delicious golden crust forms.
This recipe is perfect when you’re craving something sweet with your afternoon tea. The pumpkin tastes like a delicate soufflé that simply melts in your mouth.
Ingredients:
● pumpkin — 1 kg;
● ground cinnamon — 1 tsp;
● brown sugar or honey — 2 tbsp.;
● butter — 40 g;
● ground nutmeg — a pinch.
Cut the pumpkin into large slices, leaving the skin on, and place them on a baking sheet. Don’t worry about leaving the skin on—it will come off easily after baking. Mix the ground cinnamon with the brown sugar and nutmeg. Sprinkle the pumpkin slices with the spice mixture and place small pieces of butter on top. Cover the baking sheet with foil and place it in an oven preheated to 180 °C for 35 minutes. Remove the foil 10 minutes before the end so the pumpkin browns nicely and caramelizes.
This dish beautifully combines the sweet taste of pumpkin with the salty flavor of brynza. It’s the perfect choice for a Mediterranean-style dinner.
Ingredients:
● pumpkin — 700 g;
● brynza cheese — 150 g;
● olive oil — 2 tbsp;
● dried herbs (oregano, basil, or herbes de Provence) — 1 tsp;
● pumpkin seeds or sesame seeds — for serving.
Cut the pumpkin into small slices or cubes, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with dried herbs and salt to taste, then mix thoroughly. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 190 °C for about 20 minutes. Then remove the baking sheet, generously sprinkle the partially cooked pumpkin with crumbled brynza, and return it to the oven for another 10 minutes so the cheese melts and develops a light golden crust. Sprinkle the dish with seeds before serving.
And you can buy everything you need for oven-roasted pumpkin at METRO at a great price, thanks to the chain’s wholesale business model. Whether you’re ordering groceries for your home or selecting items for a restaurant or café, you’ll find a wide selection of the ingredients you need at METRO. A separate part of the assortment consists of products imported directly by METRO, which allow you to add new flavors to your favorite recipes.
For business customers and the HoReCa sector, wholesale prices apply, and orders are delivered right to your establishment’s doorstep. Be sure to check out the METRO promotional catalog to purchase the items you need at discounted prices.
Олена Болган