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TOASTED PEPITAS (TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS WITHOUT SHELLS)

Toasted Pepitas are quick, easy, and full of nutty flavour. With just a few minutes in a skillet, you’ll have the perfect crunchy topping or snack.
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Raw Shelled Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • Optional Seasonings: Sea Salt, Smoked Paprika, Cinnamon, Cumin, Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Maple Sugar

Instructions

  • Place a large, dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Once hot, add pepitas in a single layer.
    pumpkin seeds in a cast iron skillet
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to puff up, pop, and turn golden brown (about 3–5 minutes). Keep a close eye—they can go from toasted to burnt quickly.
    toasted pepitas in a cast iron skillet
  • Remove from heat immediately. Sprinkle with optional seasonings while still warm so it sticks.
  • Let pepitas cool completely before storing. Keep in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Batch | Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 518mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 6mg
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