Hot-from-the-oven pumpkin seeds

Gluten Free Low Sodium

Pumpkin seeds are a very good source of phosphorus, magnesium and manganese needed for bone health.

Ingredients

Seeds from 1 medium pumpkin (about 2 cups)
nonstick cooking spray
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste*)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 250 F.
  2. After carving pumpkin, collect seeds and place in strainer. Pick out pulp and strings. Rinse well.
  3. Drain seeds and place on paper towels. Pat dry.
  4. Once seeds are dry, spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Spray seeds with nonstick cooking spray and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt.
  5. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, stirring occasionally. Seeds should be lightly brown and dry when done.
  6. Serve warm. Store cooled leftovers in zip-close bags. 

Makes 16 servings

Carb choices per serving: 0

*Option not included in nutrition facts.

Source: Alissa Mattison, communications specialist, Allina Health's Patient Education Department
First Published: 10/08/2012
Last Reviewed: 11/19/2014

To lower the sodium even more, try replacing the salt with your favorite no-salt seasoning. Get creative by combining several of your favorites. For a spicy seed, try a combination of red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper and smoked paprika!

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