A Milan-based restaurant, Ristorante Ratana, recently featured a roasted pumpkin and hummus dish, gaining attention online. A video posted on the restaurant’s Facebook page on February 28, 2026, showcased the preparation of “hummus alla zucca arrosto,” described as quick, tasty, and healthy.
The dish builds on the traditional chickpea-based hummus, incorporating roasted pumpkin. The restaurant’s chef demonstrated the process, beginning with sliced pumpkin baked in an oven.
The growing popularity of pumpkin-infused hummus is also reflected in recipes shared by food bloggers. Mamma Veg, a website dedicated to vegan cuisine, published a recipe for “crostini con hummus alla zucca e cavolo marinato” (crostini with pumpkin hummus and marinated cabbage) in December 2023. The recipe details a process of blending cooked chickpeas, pumpkin, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, oil, and water to achieve the desired consistency. The accompanying crostini also feature marinated purple cabbage, prepared by marinating finely sliced cabbage with salt, lemon juice, and soy sauce for approximately one hour.
Another variation, highlighted by Sunsweetitalia on Instagram on January 3, 2026, combines black hummus with pumpkin, prunes, and toasted hazelnuts, served on crostini as an appetizer. This recipe utilizes 240g of cooked chickpeas, half a lemon’s juice, a tablespoon of black tahini, and other ingredients.
While traditional hummus recipes often pair well with pita bread or vegetables, these recent iterations demonstrate a trend toward incorporating seasonal ingredients and serving hummus as part of more elaborate appetizers. A recipe from Giallozafferano.com features crostini with hummus, grilled peaches, feta, and arugula, showcasing a combination of sweet and savory flavors.
