# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 small round pumpkin (approximately 2 pounds), peeled, seeded, and sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
02 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
04 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds
05 - 1 small red onion, sliced into thin wedges
→ Seasonings
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the pumpkin slices in a large circle on the prepared baking sheet, shaping the arrangement to depict a pumpkin face.
03 - Outline eyes, nose, and mouth using bell pepper strips. Fill remaining areas with zucchini rounds and red onion wedges to add color and texture.
04 - Drizzle the assembled vegetables with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper evenly.
05 - Roast the seasoned vegetables in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
06 - Carefully move the roasted vegetable arrangement onto a serving platter, preserving the jack-o-lantern design.
07 - Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds over the top before serving.
