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Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds by Brandon Bolton, RDN

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

These delicious pumpkin seeds are spiked with chili powder, garlic and cayenne making them a spicy and healthy snack that everyone will love.

Spicy roasted pumpkin seeds in bowl on table

 1 cup raw pumpkin seedsrinsed and dried on a clean kitchen towel
 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 1 tsp Celtic sea salt
 1 tsp chili powder
 ½ tsp garlic powder
 ½ tsp cayenne pepper
1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

In a medium bowl, using clean hands, mix the pumpkin seeds, the oil and the seasonings.

3

Spread the pumpkin seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast until golden, stirring the seeds halfway through, about 20 Minutes. Watch out to make sure they don’t burn.

4

Serve immediately – spicy roasted pumpkin seeds are wonderful when warm. Keep completely cooled leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. When ready to eat again, simply warm in microwave for a few seconds.