Best 9 Roasted Squash Seeds Recipes

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Unleash the delectable goodness of roasted squash seeds, a delightful snack bursting with nutty flavor and nutritional value. These humble seeds, often discarded as waste, transform into crispy, golden gems when roasted, offering a satisfying crunch that will keep you reaching for more. Discover the ease of roasting squash seeds in the oven or microwave, with simple steps that guide you to perfect results. Explore variations that cater to your taste preferences, from classic salt and pepper to tantalizing blends of herbs and spices. Elevate your salads, soups, and baked goods with the vibrant color and irresistible texture of roasted squash seeds. Dive into this culinary adventure and elevate your snacking experience to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED WINTER SQUASH SEEDS



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Pumpkins aren't the only squash that yield tasty seeds for roasting! Next time you prepare butternut or acorn squash save the seeds and have yourself a nutritious little snack.

Provided by Blancheskid

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup winter squash seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • After removing the seeds from the squash, rinse with water, and remove any strings and bits of squash. Pat dry, and place in a small bowl. Stir the olive oil and salt into the seeds until evenly coated. Spread out in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until seeds start to pop. Remove from oven and cool on the baking sheet before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 297 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SEEDS



Roasted Butternut Squash Seeds image

Cooking up some winter squash? Stop tossing out the seeds. Seeds from butternut, spaghetti, acorn, and other hard squashes can be roasted into a crispy snack or salad topper, just like pumpkin seeds. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, or curry.

Provided by Alyssa Singer

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

aluminum foil
1 cup butternut squash seeds or other hard squash seeds
olive oil
chili powder to taste
sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Clean pumpkin seeds so there are no strings or pulp attached to them. Pat dry or let air dry in a strainer.
  • Spread seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle seeds lightly with olive oil and stir to coat evenly. Sprinkle lightly with chili powder and sea salt.
  • Bake, stirring every 5 minutes, until just slightly golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 88.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

ROASTED SQUASH SEEDS



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Holidays & Events     Thanksgiving Recipes

Time 50m

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups butternut or acorn squash seeds with pulp (from 3 squashes)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Toss together all ingredients and spread mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until seeds are crisp and pulp is caramelized, 50 to 60 minutes. Let cool completely before serving. Squash seeds can be made up to 1 week ahead and stored at room temperature.

CINNAMON-VANILLA ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SEEDS



Cinnamon-Vanilla Roasted Butternut Squash Seeds image

When cooking butternut squash, don't throw out the seeds when you can roast them into these tasty treats. The warm aroma of cinnamon and vanilla fills our home while these roast. They are crispy and have just the right balance of flavors. This recipe calls for butternut squash seeds, but the seeds of any other winter squash could be substituted such as pumpkin, acorn, hubbard, etc. Do note, however, that larger seeds will take a bit longer to roast.

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butternut squash seeds (uncooked)
1 tablespoon butter, salted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Remove seeds from squash and wash thoroughly to remove as much pulp as possible.
  • Spread seeds onto a work surface covered with paper towels and allow to air-dry for 15-30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon and sugar. Add seeds to mixture and toss until thoroughly coated.
  • Onto a medium baking sheet, spread into a single layer.
  • Roast for 40 minutes or until seeds are crisp and lightly browned.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before stirring or storing in an air-tight container. The seeds should keep for one to two weeks.

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH QUINOA WITH PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Tired of the same old side dish for the holidays? Wow your family and friends with this simple yet unique side that is sure to please. The crunch from the pumpkin seeds, texture from the quinoa, and the earthiness from the roasted squash really sets this one apart.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 34m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 ½ cups 1-inch cubes peeled, seeded butternut squash
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
3 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
½ cup raw pumpkin seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix the warm melted butter, thyme, sage, and sugar together in a small bowl.
  • Place cubed butternut squash in prepared baking dish. Drizzle with seasoned butter. Roast uncovered in preheated oven until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toast quinoa in oil until light brown, about 5 minutes. Add Swanson® Chicken Broth to quinoa and bring to a boil. Cover and turn heat to low. Cook for 10 minutes without disturbing. Remove from heat and let sit covered until broth is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir the quinoa and pumpkin seeds into the roasted squash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 486.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

ROASTED SQUASH WITH MINT AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Use butternut squash or a small, firm cooking pumpkin such as a sugar pumpkin for the best results.

Provided by Susan Spungen

Categories     Appetizer     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Dinner     Lunch     Mint     Squash     Butternut Squash     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium acorn or butternut squash or small sugar pumpkins (about 3 pounds total)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut squash into 1 1/2"-thick wedges, leaving skin on. Scrape off seeds and strings with a large spoon and discard. Coat wedges with 3 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Lay wedges cut side down on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, carefully turning halfway through, until golden brown on both sides, about 30 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add pumpkin seeds and cook, swirling pan often, until seeds are puffed and brown but still have a bit of green, 4-5 minutes. Transfer seeds to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt. DO AHEAD: Squash and toasted pumpkin seeds can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand separately at room temperature. Rewarm squash before serving.
  • Transfer squash to a large platter and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle squash with torn mint leaves and toasted pumpkin seeds.

ROASTED SQUASH WITH DATE RELISH AND PUMPKIN SEEDS



Roasted Squash with Date Relish and Pumpkin Seeds image

Provided by Suzanne Goin

Categories     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Parmesan     Date     Squash     Pumpkin     Fall     Low Cholesterol     Seed     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup shelled raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
4 pound kabocha or acorn squash, each squash halved through root end, seeded
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (or more) fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 bunch dandelion greens, tough ends trimmed (about 4 ounces)
1 cup Deglet Noor dates (about 3 1/2 ounces), pitted, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 ounces Parmesan, cut into 1/4" cubes (about 1/3 cup; optional)

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 375°F. Spread out pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast on top rack, stirring once or twice, until lightly browned, puffed, and aromatic, about 7 minutes. Toss pumpkin seeds on sheet with 1 teaspoon oil and a pinch of salt. Let cool on sheet; transfer to a work surface and coarsely chop. DO AHEAD: Pumpkin seeds can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  • Increase oven temperature to 425°F. Place squash, cut side down, on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully remove peel. Cut squash lengthwise into 3/4"-thick wedges. Place squash, 1/4 cup oil, and thyme in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Divide squash between 2 large rimmed baking sheets, cut side down, in a single layer.
  • Roast squash, rotating sheets halfway through, until tender when pierced with a fork, 25-30 minutes; set aside.
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and parsley in a medium bowl. Season dressing with salt, pepper, and additional lemon juice, if desired. Place dandelion greens in a large bowl; drizzle with 1 tablespoon dressing. Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Add dates and Parmesan, if using, to remaining dressing in bowl for date relish.
  • Arrange dandelion greens on a large platter; top with warm squash. Spoon date relish over; garnish with pumpkin seeds.

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED PUMPKIN SEEDS



Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds image

We had left over roasted butternut squash one night, so I threw it on a salad and topped it with cheese. My family loved it! Since then we added caramelized pumpkin seeds (my brother's idea) and a homemade dressing. -Nicole Sadowsky, Rancho Santa Fe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
PUMPKIN SEEDS:
1/3 cup fresh pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. In a large bowl, combine spinach and cheese; set aside., In a large dry skillet, heat pumpkin seeds over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or just until seeds are golden brown, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Add oil to seeds; toss to coat. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar and salt. Cook and stir until brown sugar is melted and seeds are coated. Cool on waxed paper., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spinach mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter. Top with squash; sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED SQUASH, MINT AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



ROASTED SQUASH, MINT AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS image

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Healthy

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients
2 medium acorn or butternut squash or small sugar pumpkins (about 3 pounds total)
1 med. red onion
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut squash into 1 1/2"-thick wedges, leaving skin on. Scrape off seeds and strings with a large spoon and discard. Peel and slice red onion into 1" wedges. Coat wedges with 3 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Lay wedges cut side down on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, carefully turning halfway through, until golden brown on both sides, about 30 minutes. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add pumpkin seeds and cook, swirling pan often, until seeds are puffed and brown but still have a bit of green, 4-5 minutes. Transfer seeds to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt. DO AHEAD: Squash and toasted pumpkin seeds can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand separately at room temperature. Rewarm squash before serving. Transfer squash to a large platter and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle squash with torn mint leaves and toasted pumpkin seeds.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe squash with no blemishes or soft spots.
  • Wash the squash thoroughly before cutting it open.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the squash in half lengthwise.
  • Scoop out the seeds and pulp with a spoon.
  • Rinse the seeds in a colander to remove any remaining pulp.
  • Pat the seeds dry with a paper towel.
  • Toss the seeds with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast the seeds in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Let the seeds cool before serving.

Conclusion:

Roasted squash seeds are a delicious and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to salads, soups, and other dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Roasting the seeds brings out their natural sweetness and nutty flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own delicious roasted squash seeds at home.

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