Soy Free Pumpkin Seed Herb Crunch
Toasted pumpkin seeds get a serious upgrade here, transformed into a crunchy, herb-flecked snack that pulls double duty as a topping or a straight-from-the-bowl nibble. The dry-toasting method coaxes out a deep, nutty flavor before the garlic-infused olive oil and warm spices — cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, a pinch of cayenne — coat every seed in something genuinely addictive. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness, and the chopped parsley and thyme bring a bright, garden-fresh finish that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. For anyone navigating soy-free eating, this kind of snack can be surprisingly hard to find ready-made, since many seasoned seeds and trail mixes rely on soy oil or soy-based flavor coatings. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can season and snack with total confidence. Scatter it over soups, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables, or just keep a jar on the counter for whenever you need a little crunch.
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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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