Crazy Good Roasted Pumpkin Seedsare a healthy and delicious snack you can enjoy while carving pumpkins this Halloween season. They are packed with essential vitamins and antioxidants that help you sleep better, boost your immune system, and promote heart health.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy roasted pumpkin seeds, how to roast pumpkin seeds, pumpkin, pumpkin seed seasoning, pumpkin seeds, roasted pumpkin seeds, seeds
Remove the pumpkin seeds from the pumpkin, discarding as much pulp as possible. Place the seeds in a medium bowl and rinse thoroughly to remove any remaining pulp. Strain in a colander.
Pat the seeds very dry with a paper towel.
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking sheet lightly with pan spray and set aside.
Add the pumpkin seeds to the prepared baking sheet. Add the olive oil and sea salt (omit the salt if you are using the seasoning) and stir to coat.
If you want to use the seasoning, combine the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss with the seeds and oil to coat.
Spread the seeds out evenly on the pan and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through. The seeds should be golden brown. Let them cool before transferring to a bowl to enjoy.
Notes
Air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit. At step 6, add the seeds to the air fryer basket and roast for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes or so until golden brown. Originally Posted October 19, 2019Updated September 30, 2024