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Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

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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.

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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Liz eating pumpkin seeds.

If pumpkin carving is a Halloween tradition for you, then don’t waste the opportunity to also make this delicious snack, especially now that you know how to roast pumpkin seeds.

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Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.22 stars average
Crispy roasted pumpkin seeds with easy to follow step by step instructions. You will love this healthy and additctive snack!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Serves6
CourseSnack
Calories194

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Bring a small pot of salty water to a boil and add pumpkin seeds. Boil for 9-10 minutes then drain. Carefully pat pumpkin seeds with paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
    seeds from one large pumpkin
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients (olive oil through cayenne). Add pumpkin seeds to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
    1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  4. Spread seeds in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Roast in the oven until crispy, 15-20 minutes depending on oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 6.1gProtein: 7.1gFat: 15.2gSaturated Fat: 2.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12.4gSodium: 420mgFiber: 1.1gSugar: 0.4g

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47 responses to “Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds”

  1. rachel Avatar
    rachel

    awesome post! never tried to roast my own seeds but I will def now!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you like it!

  2. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    this is going to sound crazy…but I’VE NEVER ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS. That feels a little bit like a blogger fail.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      What in the heck!?!?!?! ROAST THEM NOW!

  3. Sophia @ NY Foodgasm Avatar
    Sophia @ NY Foodgasm

    What irks me about pumpkin seeds is the slimey insides that get stuck to all of them! Suck a pain in the butt! Do you get all the slimey stuff out?

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      If you soak them in water it really comes off quickly!! Try it!

  4. Dave Richey Avatar
    Dave Richey

    A few minutes of proof reading would have been worthwhile…

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Hi Dave – Forgive me for missing it but I don’t seem to see any type-o’s in this post. Can you be more specific so that I can edit the post? Thanks so much!

      1. Guest Avatar
        Guest

        I’m not Dave, but under tip #2 it does say “slaty” instead of salty. He could have been a little more helpful and pointed it out specifically so you could correct it.

        1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
          Liz DellaCroce

          Thanks so much – I corrected it. :-)

  5. Annie @ ciaochowbambina Avatar
    Annie @ ciaochowbambina

    You brought me back with this one! I’ve always only salted my pumpkin seeds…will be trying the Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Woohoo!! Let me know what you think Annie!!

  6. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. Avatar
    Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.

    Pumpkin seeds are one of my favorite snacks this time of year!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Mine too Steph – I wish I had some more right now!

  7. Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog Avatar
    Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog

    OMG! LOVE this step by step guide…there’s nothing better than roasted pumpkin seeds after carving pumpkins!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      There is seriously nothing better!! Can’t wait to see you soon!!

  8. Ashley Morgan Avatar
    Ashley Morgan

    I love pumpkin seeds and have just realized that I have never made them for my husband. I am going to buy a pumpkin today!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Did you get the pumpkin?? :)

  9. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    Great post! Your pictures are so pretty!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww thank you my friend.

  10. Jessica | Saucy Pear Avatar
    Jessica | Saucy Pear

    Boiling them?! Is that what I’ve been missing? Headed to the pumpkin patch this weekend, so we’ll have to give this a try with the littles!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      YES!! Let me know if you try it and what you think!!