Cajun Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw whole pumpkin seeds, washed and dried
• 1 teaspoon paprika (Optional)
• teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300F (150C).

Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the pumpkin seeds with paprika, Cajun seasoning, and salt until the seeds are evenly coated.

Step 3: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to mix well.

Step 4: Pour the butter mixture over the seasoned seeds and stir to ensure they are fully coated.

Step 5: Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 6: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes. Stir and flip the seeds every 15 minutes for even roasting, until they are browned and crunchy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 80
• Total Fat: 5g (6% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 2g (10% DV)
• Cholesterol: 6mg (2% DV)
• Sodium: 122mg (5% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 7g (3% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 1g (3% DV)
• Protein: 3g (5% DV)
• Calcium: 9mg (1% DV)
• Iron: 1mg (3% DV)
• Potassium: 135mg (3% DV)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.