Description
A simple and delicious recipe for perfectly roasted pumpkin seeds, seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This snack is crunchy, flavorful, and easy to prepare, perfect for enjoying after pumpkin carving or as a healthy treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ¾ cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177ºC) to prepare for roasting the seeds evenly and thoroughly.
- Clean the Seeds: Wash the pumpkin seeds in a colander to remove any pumpkin pulp and fibers, then dry them thoroughly with a towel to ensure they roast properly without steaming.
- Season the Seeds: In a small bowl, combine the cleaned pumpkin seeds with olive oil, kosher salt, garlic powder, paprika (if using), and black pepper, mixing well to coat the seeds evenly with the seasoning.
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Lightly grease a sheet pan with olive oil to prevent the seeds from sticking and spread the seasoned pumpkin seeds out evenly on the pan in a single layer.
- Roast the Seeds: Bake the pumpkin seeds in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes. Stir the seeds every 5 minutes for even roasting. Taste a seed after each stirring to check for crunchiness and desired doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Once toasted to a crunchy texture, transfer the roasted pumpkin seeds to a bowl to cool down before serving. Enjoy them as a healthy, crunchy snack!
Notes
- Make sure to dry the seeds completely before roasting to avoid sogginess.
- You can adjust seasoning quantities to your taste, adding more or less salt and spices.
- Experiment with other spices like cayenne or cumin for different flavors.
- Store leftover roasted seeds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Use fresh pumpkin seeds from a recently carved pumpkin or store-bought raw seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
