Don't throw away pumpkin seeds. Find out how to reuse them!
With pumpkin, autumn becomes even tastier: with warm colors and intense flavors, it is the perfect ingredient for preparing delicious dishes. Before turning pumpkin into a delicious velouté or a tasty dessert, we clean it carefully, removing seeds and skin. But beware: those little seeds, often thrown away, are a real hidden treasure! Rich in essential nutrients, pumpkin seeds can become the stars of many tasty recipes. Don't throw them away, in this article we will see how to reuse them.
How to recover pumpkin seeds perfectly?
How to recover pumpkin seeds? The process requires a little patience but we assure you that it is worth recovering these seeds rich in protein, fiber, vitamins (such as E) and minerals such as magnesium, zinc and iron.
- Scoop out the seeds with the help of a spoon and try to remove the bulk of the attached filaments.
- Place them in a colander and rinse them under cold water to remove any remaining pulp. If necessary, help yourself with your fingers.
- Once washed, arrange the pumpkin seeds on a clean tea towel and let them dry completely.
How to cook pumpkin seeds?
Once the pumpkin seeds are dry you can toast them and then use them in different preparations. Here's how to toast pumpkin seeds to perfection:
- Place the pumpkin seeds in a bowl.
- Season them with a drizzle of oil and your favorite flavorings (we recommend paprika, nutmeg, curry or rosemary).
- Arrange the pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet covered with baking paper.
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes(stirring occasionally).
What can I do with roasted pumpkin seeds?
The interesting thing is these seeds are very versatile and you can use them in so many ways. Let's look at some ideas:
- Healthy snack or appetizer: roasted pumpkin seeds are a healthy and delicious snack, perfect for munching at any time of day. Crunchy and intensely flavored, they are ideal for an energizing break or a tasty appetizer.
- Enrich your salads: for a crunchy and nutritious finishing touch, sprinkle your fall salad with toasted pumpkin seeds. A perfect combination to enhance any ingredient.
- Use them as a topping: add a handful of pumpkin seeds to your yogurts or smoothies for a boost of protein, fiber, zinc and magnesium, which are essential for your body's well-being.
- Add them to soups or smoothies: the crunchiness of toasted pumpkin seeds sprinkled over your soup or smoothie will give a unique texture and also make the dish more hearty.
- Give a crunchy touch to bread or flatbreads: want to make your bread or flatbreads even more special? Add pumpkin seeds! They are an easy way to enrich them with flavor and nutrients.
Better not throw out the pumpkin seeds next time!
The next time you cook a pumpkin, don't throw away its seeds! This will help reduce food waste and enhance every part of this precious vegetable. With a few simple steps, you can turn them into a healthy snack, a gourmet ingredient or even an ally for your health. Experiment and have fun reusing them, discovering a simple and tasty way to respect the environment and your health.
