Description

Crunchy, smoky, and spicy roasted pumpkin seeds that make the perfect fall snack. These seeds are easy to make, full of flavor, and a great way to reduce food waste.

Ingredients

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (rinsed and dried)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the cleaned and dried pumpkin seeds in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, mixing until well coated.
In a small bowl, combine all the spices and salt.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the seeds and toss to coat thoroughly.
Spread the seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast for 35–40 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Notes

Add a pinch of brown sugar or maple syrup for a sweet-spicy version.

Swap in dried rosemary and thyme for a herby flavor.

Add lime zest after roasting for a zesty twist.

Use nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

For a kid-friendly version, omit cayenne and chili powder.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg