Roasted Pepitas (Pumpkin Seeds) - HOORAH to Health (2024)

These Roasted Pepitas are so rich in flavor, and healthy too! They're perfect for snacking and can also be used as a topping on your favorite salad!

Health Benefits of Pepitas

These tiny little seeds are packed full of nutrition!

A ¼ cup serving provides 100 calories and the following nutrients:

• Protein - 5 grams
• Healthy Fat - 7 grams
• Fiber - 2 grams
• Manganese - 52% RDI
• Magnesium - 46% RDI
• Phosphorus - 41% RDI
• Iron - 29% RDI
• Copper - 24% RDI
• Zinc - 17% RDI

They are also packed full of antioxidants that protect our cells against free radicals, which may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases.

How to Roast Pepitas

For this recipe, I used raw pepitas which can be found at most supermarkets. They are green in color and do not have a white outer shell like the seeds that come straight out of a pumpkin.

Making them is simple. First, preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Add the pepitas and olive oil to a small mixing bowl. Stir to coat. Then add the cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Stir to coat.

Spread the pepitas onto a baking sheet and roast for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Let cool, and enjoy!

Delicious!

Did you try this recipe? Leave me a comment below, and let me know what you think! 🙂

Other Hoorah to Health recipes you may enjoy:

• Hot Wassail
• Avocado Flower
• Stuffed Pepper Soup
• Pumpkin Risotto with Crispy Kale
• Pumpkin Hummus with Roasted Pepitas

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