Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds

Green seeded pumpkin kernels (Mexican pepitas) are roasted with an easy, savory seasoning mixture until toasted and crisp. They're not the usual roasted and salted pumpkin seeds.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 164 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 pound green hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 1 tablespoon tamari sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix pumpkin seeds, olive oil, chili powder, tamari, and garlic powder in a resealable 1-gallon plastic bag. Seal bag and knead to coat the seeds with seasonings. Spread coated seeds on a baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 3

Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn the seeds over. Bake until pumpkin seeds are lightly toasted and fragrant, about 15 more minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle lightly with salt. Cool before serving; store in an airtight container in refrigerator.