Smoky BBQ Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, a fun twist on roasted pumpkin seeds that are healthy to snack on, or use them as a salad topper.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds (unshelled)
- 1 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 4 to 5 squirts olive oil spray
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 300F degrees.
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Remove the seeds from the pumpkin and separate them from the stringy pulp and rinse the seeds in a colander under cold water.
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Shake off any excess water, spread the seeds on a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes or until seeds are dry, tossing halfway through.
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In another small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt and brown sugar.
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Place the seeds in a medium bowl and lightly spray with oil.
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Add 3/4 of the spice mixture and toss to evenly coat.
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Evenly spread the seeds on a sheet pan covered with parchment and roast for 20 to 30 minutes or until brown and crunchy, tossing half way through.
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Immediately spray more olive oil over the seeds and toss with the remaining spice mixture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 cup, Calories: 81kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 3.5g, Cholesterol: 5mg, Sodium: 97mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 0.5g
– W..W Points: 2
