Carving a pumpkin is certainly one of those fun fall festivities, but if you're throwing away all of those pumpkin seeds, you're severely missing out! Roasted pumpkin seeds are a great snack to enjoy whilst carving your pumpkin.
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a superb snack—especially because they are so high in protein! 1 cup of pumpkin seeds has 12 grams of protein and 12 grams of dietary fiber! It's a great high protein snack that you can make with any flavor you desire. Try making your own roasted pumpkin seeds using this step-by-step guide.
Makes 2 cups
Ingredients
2 cups pumpkin seeds 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt (or sugar!) 1 teaspoon extra seasoning, optional Cooking spray
I found this beauty at Walmart! That's right, and this pumpkin was pretty cheap. I recommend finding a medium or large pumpkin, that way you have enough to make at least 1-2 cups of roasted pumpkin seeds.
Cut off the top
I used a chef's knife for this, which I admit wasn't the easiest way to cut this pumpkin. I would recommend using a normal pumpkin carving knife for this—which will be great to have when you carve that pumpkin later!
Scoop out the seeds into a bowl
Using a metal spoon, scoop out the seeds. You may find it easier to use your hands toward the end, to get those stragglers at the bottom of the pumpkin.
Separate the seeds from the extra pumpkin
This part will certainly get messy, but hey, those roasted pumpkin seeds are worth it! Separate the strands of pumpkin pulp from the seeds, and just throw it on that towel. You'll have a chance to clean it later.
Rinse the seeds, pat them dry, then coat in butter
Using a colander, rinse the seeds of any excess pumpkin pulp. Spread them onto a dishtowel. You'll get a nice roast from the seeds if you pat them dry. Once they are dry, melt some butter in the microwave (about 30-45 seconds) and mix the seeds in a bowl with the butter.
Now not every pumpkin will produce exactly 2 cups of pumpkin seeds, so I recommend this formula when choosing the butter and seasoning for your seeds:
1/2 cup = 1 tablespoon of butter, 1/4 teaspoon seasoning
1 cup = 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 teaspoon seasoning
2 cups = 4 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon seasoning
Choose savory or sweet seasoning
Would you prefer a savory snack, or a sweet one? Whichever you decide, you'll choose your teaspoon of salt or sugar based on that. For example, if you're going to enjoy a pumpkin spice or cinnamon sugar seasoning, you'll want to sprinkle sugar onto these seeds instead. If it's a taco seasoning, curry, oreverything bagel seasoning,you'll want to use salt.
If you decide on using an everything bagel seasoning for your seeds, don't add the seasoning to the seeds just yet. Let the seeds roast for 30 minutes first. During the last 10, brush an egg white wash (separate an egg) onto the seeds, then sprinkle on the seasoning. Roast for the last 10 minutes.
Spread the seeds onto a baking sheet
To make cleanup easier for yourself, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray. Spread the pumpkin seeds on it, and if you can, try to not have them overlapping.
Roast for 40 minutes
Make sure to stir the seeds every 10 minutes! It will help with roasting them evenly in the oven because you don't want to have burnt edges of your seeds. So after every 10-minute segment, mix the seeds with a wooden spoon. Once they are done, wait for them to cool completely. You don't want to burn your tongue!
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Full Recipe
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
Carve out the top of the pumpkin. Use a metal spoon to scoop out the pumpkin seeds.
Using your hands, separate the pumpkin seeds from the extra pumpkin pulp in a large bowl.
Rinse the seeds, then pat them dry.
Melt the butter and mix it with the dried pumpkin seeds in a bowl.
Sprinkle the pumpkin seeds with salt (if you're making a savory blend) or sugar (if you're making something sweet).
Add in whatever seasonings you desire!
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then spray it with the cooking spray.
Roast in the oven for 40 minutes. Every 10 minutes, mix the seeds with a wooden spoon. This helps them to roast evenly.
Rich in magnesium, iron and fibre, the seeds make for a healthy and crunchy snack. The American Heart Association recommends having a quarter cup (30 grams) of pumpkin seeds every day as a part of a healthy diet. Here in this article, we will discuss the benefits of pumpkin seeds and easy ways to consume them.
Pumpkin seeds contain a phytochemical that can help prevent prostate problems. It is recommended to eat roughly 5 grams of pumpkin seeds daily when dealing with benign prostatic hyperplasia. If eating pumpkin seeds by the handful isn't for you, try sprinkling them on top of your favorite salad.
One can include pumpkin seeds in the total dose of 4-8 teaspoons of 2-3 types of seeds per day. To summarize, pumpkin seeds are beneficial to become healthy as they contain a lot of nutrients in them which are heart-healthy, blood pressure healthy, and also helpful in type 2 diabetes.
Some people soak pumpkin seeds before roasting them—they say it helps make the seeds extra crispy. But our Test Kitchen found that soaking the seeds didn't make much of a difference when it came to crispiness. If you do soak your seeds, though, be sure to dry them thoroughly before roasting.
The high magnesium content in pumpkin seeds helps lower your blood pressure and keep it steady. Thanks to this effect, diets high in magnesium are linked to a lower risk of stroke and death from heart disease.
If you already have low blood pressure (hypotension), then just bid adieu to pumpkin seeds as they are antioxidant in nature, and help to lower blood pressure. Consult an expert before opting for these seeds, in case you wish to eat them.
Tighten and hold your pelvic floor muscles for five seconds (count 1 one thousand, 2 one thousand, 3 one thousand, 4 one thousand, 5 one thousand). Relax your pelvic muscles. You have just done one Kegel exercise. You should plan to do 10 to 20 Kegel exercises three to four times each day.
The best remedies to naturally shrink an enlarged prostate will include a combination of behavioral changes, such as double voiding, exercise, and limiting liquid intake before bed, and following a healthy dietary plan.
With a unique blend of phytoestrogens, antioxidants, and essential minerals, these little humble seeds can help relax the bladder muscle, improve pelvic floor strength, and reduce the frequency and urgency of urination.
Though pumpkin seeds are known to be quite healthy, eating them in more than the required amount can cause allergies in some people. From eczema to headache, throat irritation to swelling & redness in & around the mouth, pumpkin seeds can cause any kind of allergy.
If you choose to eat pumpkin seeds for prostate health, you may see benefits within a few weeks, but there are no guarantees. Results will depend on your health situation, how often you eat the seeds, and the quality of the seeds.
with a bunch of user numbers, yes, you can eat the whole seed. I like to get them crunchy enough so they're not chewy, so make sure you cook them long enough.
You can eat them raw as well as roasted, safely. It is best to eat them without the shell for easy digestion. Generally, people prefer to consume them in the roasted form. You may dry roast them at a low temperature under 170°F or 76°C without adding any oil and without salt to retain the nutritional value.
Dry seeds– Using a towel, dry the seeds thoroughly. This helps them crisp up in the oven. Add oil, salt, and seasonings– We like to use avocado oil in a ratio of 1 Tbsp oil to 1 cup seeds. Season with salt and add other seasonings (such as Shawarma, Curry Powder, or Pumpkin Pie Spice) for an extra boost.
The high quantity of magnesium in pumpkin seeds regulates the blood sugar level and supports insulin functions too. This helps in weight loss as well as reducing belly fat.
If you are tossing and turning at night, try snacking on a few pumpkin seeds before bedtime. They provide a natural source of tryptophan, an amino acid that promotes sleep. Research shows that 1 gram of tryptophan daily improves sleep. Pumpkin seeds also contain both magnesium and zinc.
The ideal portion size of pumpkin seeds can vary based on factors such as age, sex, overall health, and dietary requirements. A general guideline is to consume a small handful or approximately one to two tablespoons of pumpkin seeds per day.
A common practice is to add light spices and roast the seeds on a cookie sheet on the top rack of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Eating the shells only adds to the seeds' high fiber content, which has been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease and obesity.
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