Honey Free Pumpkin Seed Herb Crunch
Toasted pumpkin seeds get a serious upgrade here, transformed into a boldly spiced, herb-flecked snack that works just as well scattered over a salad as it does eaten straight from the bowl. The garlic-infused olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, and a pinch of cayenne build layers of warmth and depth, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and lively. Fresh parsley and thyme go in at the end, so their flavor stays vivid rather than wilting into the background. So many store-bought seasoned seeds and trail mixes sneak in sweeteners — this one skips all of that entirely, relying on spice and citrus to do the heavy lifting. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet in just a few minutes, which makes it one of those recipes you'll find yourself coming back to constantly. It's crunchy, savory, and genuinely addictive without a drop of sweetener in sight.
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4 servings
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds in a single layer and toast, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop and turn golden, about 4–5 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly.
- 2
Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately drizzle the garlic-infused olive oil over the seeds. Add the cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and cayenne, then stir with a wooden spoon until the seeds are evenly coated.
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