Pumpkin Spaghetti
Pumpkin spaghetti is basically like a cozy hug—warm, soothing, and deeply comforting. It brings together a perfect blend of creamy texture, gentle warmth, and just a tad of natural sweetness, creating the ultimate comfort meal that feels extremely satisfying.
According to Ayurveda, pumpkin is naturally sweet, grounding, which helps to soothe vatta during the cold winter season when dryness and restlessness creep in.
Ayurvedic properties of key ingredients
Pumpkin → Sweet, cooling, grounding; balances Vata and Pitta, can increase Kapha in excess.
Garlic → heating; ignites agni (digestive fire), balances Kapha and Vata, may aggravate Pitta in large amounts.
Cottage Cheese (Paneer) → Cooling, heavy; pacifies Vata and Pitta, increases Kapha.
Chili Flakes → Heating; stimulates digestion, balances Kapha, aggravates Pitta and Vata in excess.
Pasta → Depending on the grain, usually grounding; may increase Kapha
Preparation Time- 10 minutes
Cooking Time- 30 minutes
Serving Size-3
Ingredients
350g pumpkin
3–4 cloves garlic
150g cottage cheese (paneer)
Water (as needed to adjust consistency)
Chili flakes (to taste)
Oregano (to taste)
Salt ( to taste)
Pasta of your choice- cooked al dente
Instructions
Prep the pumpkin: Cut into chunks and sauté with 3–4 cloves of garlic until soft and fragrant.
Blend: Transfer to a blender, add cottage cheese, and blend until creamy. Add water gradually to adjust the consistency.
Simmer the sauce: Pour the sauce into a pan and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Spice it up: Stir in chili flakes and oregano or adjust according to your doshic requirements
Pasta time: Toss in your cooked pasta and coat well.
Serve warm — and maybe with a dash of love.
Dosha Tweaks
For Pitta 🔥
Reduce or skip chili flakes to avoid excess heat.
Add cooling herbs like fresh coriander or basil.
Ensure the pumpkin is cooked properly to aid the fiery digestion.
For Kapha 💧
Reduce cottage cheese or swap for a lighter option like silken tofu.
Increase warming spices — add black pepper or nutmeg.
Use lighter pasta options like quinoa pasta or zucchini noodles.
Suggestions
Serve alongside steamed veggies for balance.
Avoid cold drinks with this dish to keep your digestion( Agni) strong.
