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.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 16 hours hrs
Total Time 16 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American, American (Holiday)
Servings 4
Calories 1 kcal
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)
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.
Calories: 1 kcal Carbohydrates: 0.2 g Protein: 0.1 g Fat: 0.1 g Saturated Fat: 0.01 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04 g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01 g Sodium: 154 mg Potassium: 10 mg Fiber: 0.2 g Sugar: 0.04 g Vitamin A: 148 IU Vitamin C: 0.003 mg Calcium: 2 mg Iron: 0.1 mg
Keyword cardiovascular health, food for hormone balance, gluten free, health snack, heart health, pumpkin seeds