Best 11 Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipes

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Pumpkin seeds are a delicious and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to salads, soups, and baked goods. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus. Toasted pumpkin seeds are a particularly popular snack, and they can be made easily at home. This article provides three different recipes for toasted pumpkin seeds: a classic recipe, a spicy recipe, and a sweet recipe. The classic recipe is a simple and straightforward way to make toasted pumpkin seeds, while the spicy recipe adds a bit of heat and the sweet recipe adds a bit of sweetness. All three recipes are easy to follow and require only a few ingredients. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a tasty addition to your favorite recipes, these toasted pumpkin seed recipes are sure to please.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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This is what you can do with all those seeds after the Jack O' Lantern is carved! Any seasoning will work in place of salt. Try Cajun!

Provided by ONEMINA

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Spread the pumpkin seeds on a medium baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 874.9 mg

TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS WITH SUGAR AND SPICE



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This is a delicious unique variation of toasted pumpkin seeds. Easy to prepare and hard to mess up. Once you start eating them, you won't be able to stop!

Provided by Jani

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, rinsed and dried
6 tablespoons white sugar, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until dry and toasted. Larger seeds may take longer.
  • In a large bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of white sugar, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and sprinkle the remaining sugar over them. Stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar melts, about 45 seconds. Pour seeds into the bowl with the spiced sugar and stir until coated. Allow to cool before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 151.7 mg, Sugar 19.1 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.

SAVORY TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Pumpkin seeds that are crunchy and full of fall flavor. Very popular.

Provided by CRYSTAL10

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups raw pumpkin seeds
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons butter, melted
1 ¼ teaspoons seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Rinse the pumpkin seeds and pat dry. Place them in a bowl. Add the Worcestershire sauce, melted butter and seasoned salt; stir until evenly coated. Spread out in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 1 hour in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until crisp, dry and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 87.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

MESA GRILL'S PUMPKIN SOUP WITH MEXICAN CINNAMON CREME FRAICHE AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS WITH SPINACH, PEAR AND PANCETTA SALAD



Mesa Grill's Pumpkin Soup with Mexican Cinnamon Creme Fraiche and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds with Spinach, Pear and Pancetta Salad image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 stocks celery, coarsely chopped
7 cups vegetable stock, or water
1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree (not flavored pie filling)
1/4 teaspoon ground Mexican cinnamon, plus 1 teaspoon (canella)
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons chipotle puree
3/4 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
4 ounces pancetta, medium dice
1 small shallot, minced
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
10 ounces fresh spinach leaves
2 Bosc pears, halved, cored and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, finely sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, carrots and celery and cook until soft. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Strain the stock into a clean medium saucepan and whisk in the pumpkin puree until smooth. Bring to a simmer and add the 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, spices, honey and chipotle. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Add water, if the soup is too thick. Remove from the heat and whisk in 1/4 cup of the creme fraiche and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix together the remaining creme fraiche and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon until combined. Divide the soup among 4 bowls and garnish with the cinnamon creme fraiche and a handful of pumpkin seeds.
  • For the Spinach, Pear and Pancetta Salad: Saute pancetta in skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Pour all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings out. Add shallots and cook until soft. Add vinegar, mustard and thyme; whisk to blend. Add oil and whisk to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm. Combine spinach, pears, red onion and pancetta in a large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat.

PEELED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH RADISH AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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With farm-fresh asparagus, no cooking is needed. If the stalks are fat, slice them lengthwise with a simple kitchen peeler; if they're skinny, just chop everything up fine. Add radishes, fresh herbs, pea tendrils (if available), toasted pumpkin seeds, and you have an easy, incredibly vibrant salad. Add Parmesan or cut-up hard-boiled eggs if you like. Finish with olive oil and lemon juice.

Provided by Jeff Schwarz And Greg Kessler

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup pumpkin seeds
¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 pound thick asparagus
4 radishes
1 tablespoon dill, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon parsley, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon chives, roughly chopped (plus chive flowers to garnish if available)
½ pound pea tendrils (if available)
Juice of one lemon
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, toss pumpkin seeds with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Scatter seeds on a sheet pan and place in oven for 6 to 7 minutes or until light brown. Set aside to cool.
  • Peel asparagus from just below the top of the stalk, creating long strips. Place the asparagus into a large bowl. Set aside the tops of the asparagus for garnish.
  • Remove the stems and roots from the radishes. Slice into thin circles with a knife or mandoline. Place in the large bowl with the asparagus.
  • To the asparagus and radish mixture, add the dill, parsley, chives, pea tendrils, lemon juice, ¼ cup olive oil, and toasted pumpkin seeds, adding salt and pepper to taste. Toss.
  • Garnish with the reserved asparagus tops and chive flowers, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 189, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 360 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Use these seeds to garnish our Cauliflower Soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds or pepitas, hulled
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine seeds and oil on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt; toss to combine. Spread in a single layer. Toast until crisp, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.

GREEN RICE WITH TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Fresh herbs and vegetables add flavor and color to this rice recipe that's ready in 40 minutes - a perfect side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup raw unsalted hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas), pine nuts or slivered almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh cilantro (stems and leaves)
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh parsley (stems and leaves)
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/3 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jalapeño chile, seeded
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 3/4 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups uncooked regular long-grain rice

Steps:

  • In 8-inch skillet, heat pumpkin seeds and 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until seeds are lightly toasted. (Watch carefully-they can burn quickly.) Use slotted spoon to remove pumpkin seeds from pan and cool on paper towel-lined plate.
  • In food processor or blender, puree cilantro, parsley, bell pepper, onion, garlic, chile, salt, cumin and water until smooth; set aside.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat until hot. Add rice and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly translucent around edges. Add pureed liquid and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork and stir in pumpkin seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS WITH SUGAR AND SPICE



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Categories     Squash     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, rinsed and dried
6 tablespoons (divided) white sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until dry and toasted. Larger seeds may take longer.
  • In a large bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of white sugar, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and sprinkle the remaining sugar over them. Stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar melts, about 45 seconds. Pour seeds into the bowl with the spiced sugar and stir until coated. Allow to cool before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

CHIPOTLE TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Make and share this Chipotle Toasted Pumpkin Seeds recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pumpkin (seeds, cleaned and rinsed)
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder (optional, or other seasoning)

Steps:

  • Toss the pumpkin seeds in oil and chipotle chili powder.
  • Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake in a preheated 400F oven until golden brown, about 10-20 minutes. They may start to pop and that is ok.

ROASTED SQUASH, MINT AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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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 the right pumpkin: Use a pumpkin with a hard shell and deep orange flesh, such as a sugar pumpkin or a butternut squash.
  • Clean the pumpkin seeds: Remove the seeds from the pumpkin and rinse them thoroughly to remove any pulp or debris.
  • Dry the pumpkin seeds: Spread the pumpkin seeds on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat them dry with another paper towel.
  • Season the pumpkin seeds: Toss the pumpkin seeds with your desired seasonings, such as salt, pepper, chili powder, or garlic powder.
  • Roast the pumpkin seeds: Spread the pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated oven at 300°F for 20-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Cool the pumpkin seeds: Allow the pumpkin seeds to cool completely before storing them.

Conclusion:

Toasted pumpkin seeds are a delicious and nutritious snack that is easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a healthy snack that is perfect for on-the-go or for enjoying at home. Toasted pumpkin seeds are also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin seeds from Halloween or Thanksgiving. So next time you have a pumpkin, be sure to save the seeds and try this recipe for toasted pumpkin seeds.

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