A pumpkin is a cultivar of winter squash that is round with smooth, slightly ribbed skin, and is most often deep yellow to orange in coloration. The thick shell contains the seeds and pulp.

Is pumpkin a low-carb food?

Is pumpkin a low-carb food? Pumpkin is a lower-carb fruit when compared to most other varieties of winter squashes. Pumpkin contains lower amounts of sugar and starch than other starchy vegetables like potatoes and corn.

Is pumpkin a carb or protein?

Pumpkin has about 50 calories per cup, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). (1) That 1 cup also has 1.8 grams (g) of protein, 12 g of carbohydrates, and 2.7 g of dietary fiber.