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Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Updated:

09/08/2024

Crispy roasted pumpkin seeds with easy to follow step by step instructions. You will love this healthy and additctive snack!

Roasted pumpkin seeds in a bowl: how to roast pumpkin seeds.

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I love fall for so many reasons, but all things pumpkin is definitely a top reason! And with all things pumpkin, that includes pumpkin seeds. Every year growing up, sometime between my birthday and Halloween, my dad would gather me and my sisters to carve pumpkins, and we would always be sure to gather all of those yummy seeds!

Over the years, I’ve perfected the crunchy, savory, addictive snack. Before we get started there are some key tips you should keep in mind before starting.

Key Tips:

Heavier pumpkins = more seeds. It’s a labor of love and these crunchy, salty seeds will be eaten in no time so I always suggest getting the heaviest pumpkin you can carry.
Boil the seeds first to ensure even baking. Since the inside of the pumpkin seed takes longer to cook than the shell, boiling them in a bit of salty water ensures a crispy pumpkin seed that won’t be burnt.
Season them any way you wish. We grew up tossing them in a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. You can use just salt and pepper or kick them up a notch with curry powder and cayenne. The options are endless.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Should you air-dry pumpkin seeds before roasting?

You can, but you don’t need to. Drying them with a paper towel does the trick.

Are pumpkin seeds good for you?

Yes! They are a good source of fiber and other minerals.

Is it safe to eat pumpkin seeds whole?

Yes it is! You can also shell them, but it’s not necessary.

How long can pumpkin seeds be stored for after roasting?

Up to 7 days in an airtight container at room temp.

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47 responses to “Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds”

Anon reader

Hi, so excited to try this! Previously have always had burnt uneven seeds. Hoping that the boiling in salt water is the trick I needed. In the above 5 easy step break down, step 3 says to soak them in salt water to make them easier to digest? Then the next step to boil them. But in the recipe it doesn’t say to soak them at all? Do I soak them in salt water then boil in the same salt water? Do they get rinsed after soaking or boiling in salt or just before? Slightly confusing. Thank you!

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1. Liz DellaCroce
  
  Soaking them is just one tip but not REQUIRED for delicious seeds. :) Rinse before boiling!
  
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Tim

What if you’re not ready to roast them right away. How do you store them and how long can you wait before you roast them?

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1. Liz DellaCroce
  
  You can store in refrigerator up to 3 days.
  
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  1. Kathy M
    
    Liz – I’m late to this thread but this recipe is awesome! Thank you for years of great meals!
    
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    1. Liz DellaCroce
      
      I’m so happy you’re enjoying it!!
      
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