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Gluten-Free pumpkin seeds in a bowl

Vegan & Gluten-Free Pumpkin Seeds

In addition to the heart-healthy fats and minerals like potassium and magnesium that these tiny seeds themselves contain, the optional addition of olive oil adds a touch of Mediterranean magic to the dish. So, do not hesitate any longer, grab some pumpkin seeds, and try this incredibly easy yet nutrient-dense recipe.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 hours
Total Time 16 hours 10 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American, American (Holiday)
Servings 4
Calories 1 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • dehydrator

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh pumpkin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil per 2 cups seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder and/ or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt unrefined per 2 cups seeds (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Use clean pumpkin seeds.
  • Toss the pumpkin seeds with olive oil, sprinkle with seasonings, and mix well.
  • Spread the seeds on the mesh tray, Teflex sheet, or even parchment paper on a tray of your dehydrator and set it to 110 degrees.
  • Dehydrate for 12 – 24 hours or longer, depending on how moist your environment is, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 154mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 148IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword cardiovascular health, food for hormone balance, gluten free, health snack, heart health, pumpkin seeds
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