It’s the time of year when people everywhere are celebrating the season by carving pumpkins. But as you carve your spooky masterpiece, don’t discard the pumpkin seeds!
Toasted pumpkin seeds are a delicious and healthful snack.
One ounce of pumpkin seeds provides 5 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber and 5 grams of fat (1 gram saturated, 4 grams unsaturated).
To toast your pumpkin seeds, first rinse to remove pulp and strings. Spread seeds on a baking sheet that has been coated
with non-stick cooking spray or drizzle a small amount of olive oil over seeds. Bake at 325°F for about 30 minutes or
until lightly toasted. Stir occasionally during cooking. Take a look at your spice rack and try a seasoning on your
toasted seeds such as garlic powder or Cajun seasoning.
