Lightened-up pumpkin pie garnish
This is a lightened-up version of a traditional pumpkin pie garnish, typically featuring whipped cream or a meringue topping with spices. The dish is common in North America, especially during the autumn and holiday seasons, as a finishing touch for pumpkin desserts.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
It is generally low in calories and fat, especially when using light whipped cream or a sugar-free alternative, and provides some vitamin A and potassium from the pumpkin base. A typical serving might range from 50 to 100 calories, depending on the specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1500 IU |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 25 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish is culturally significant in American Thanksgiving traditions, often representing a healthier twist on a classic dessert topping. Nutritionally, it can be a source of beta-carotene from pumpkin, which supports eye health, while the lightened version reduces overall sugar and fat content.
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