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The BEST EVER Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Best Ever Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: Crunchy, Flavorful, and Easy

The BEST EVER Roasted Pumpkin Seeds are crunchy and flavorful, making them an easy and delicious snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 105 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Fresh Pumpkin Seeds about 2 large pumpkins worth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt divided
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions
 

  • Rinse pumpkin seeds and remove any bits of pumpkin pulp that haven't come loose.
  • Place the rinsed seeds in a large pot and fill with water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to boil over high heat and allow to boil for 15-20 minutes. While the seeds are boiling, preheat the oven to 400° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Drain the pumpkin seeds and toss them with the oil and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir until they are well coated.
  • Spread the seeds into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and transfer to the oven.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes, stirring the seeds halfway through. The seeds are done when they are deep golden brown.
  • Season with additional salt or seasoning of choice if desired.
  • Allow to cool slightly and then enjoy immediately or transfer to a storage container to enjoy later.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 583mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 7mgIron: 1mg
Keyword easy recipe, Healthy Snack, Pumpkin, roasted pumpkin seeds, snack, vegetarian
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