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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Serves: 6
Cook Time: 45mins
Summary

Don’t toss those seeds after carving your pumpkins! Roast them up for a crunchy, salty fall snack!

Ingredients

2 Cups Fresh Pumpkin Seeds 

1 Tsp Salt, Divided

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

2 Tsp Of Your Favorite Spice Blend

Directions

1. Clean the Seeds

After scooping out the seeds from your pumpkins, separate them from the pulp and rinse them in a colander. 

2. Boil the Seeds

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add ½ teaspoon of salt, and boil the seeds for 20 minutes. This helps them cook more evenly and makes them crunchier.

3. Dry and Season

Drain the seeds and let them air dry or pat dry. In a mixing bowl, toss the seeds with olive oil, the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, and your chosen spice blend until evenly coated.

4. Roast to Perfection

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 10 minutes, stir, and bake for another 10 minutes, until they’re golden brown and crispy.

5. Cool and Snack

Let the seeds cool before snacking. Store in an airtight container for up to a week (if they last that long).

Notes

1. Extra Crunch

For a super crunchy texture, roast the seeds at 300°F for 45-50 minutes. It takes a little longer, but the slow roast dries them out more evenly.

2. Toss in Nutritional Yeast

Add a cheesy, nutty flavor by tossing the roasted seeds with a tablespoon of nutritional yeast after baking.

3. Add a Touch of Sweetness

For a sweet treat, toss roasted seeds with a little honey or maple syrup while they’re still warm, then let them cool to create a light glaze.