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Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms

Crispy Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Delight in crispy healthy pumpkin blossoms, a vegan and gluten-free appetizer bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 blossoms
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 10 blossoms Pumpkin Blossoms Fresh, unwilted blooms
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour Gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Water Adjust for batter thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For moisture
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For garlic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes Optional for spice
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for Cooking For frying
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges for Serving For garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Clean the blossoms under cold water and pat dry. Remove stamens or pistils.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Mix until smooth.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, adding a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Dip each pumpkin blossom in the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
  5. Fry the blossoms for 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  6. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 5blossomsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh for maximum crunch. Customize spices as desired.

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