
Roasted seeds are one of those snacks that punch way above their weight, and this Mediterranean-spiced version is genuinely hard to stop eating. Garlic-infused oil, smoked paprika, cumin, and dried oregano coat every pumpkin and sunflower seed before they hit a low oven, where they slowly turn golden and fragrant. The real trick is the lemon zest scattered over the seeds the moment they come out — the residual heat blooms the citrus oils and ties all those earthy, smoky notes together beautifully. Store-bought flavored seeds and trail mixes are notorious for relying on artificial flavor compounds to mimic that kind of depth, but here every bit of taste comes from real spices, fresh zest, and a good roast. A final handful of flat-leaf parsley adds a pop of color and brightness if you want it. They crisp up further as they cool, so by the time you're ready to serve, the texture is absolutely satisfying. Pile them into a bowl for snacking, scatter them over a salad, or tuck them into a lunchbox — they work in every direction.
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds with the garlic-infused oil, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until every seed is evenly coated.
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