Description
These roasted pumpkin seeds are a simple, protein-rich snack designed with bariatric diets in mind. They’re lightly seasoned, easy to prepare, and gentle on digestion—an ideal choice after surgery.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika or cumin
- Pinch of garlic powder
- Dash of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Rinse seeds and dry thoroughly.
- Toss seeds in oil and spices until coated.
- Spread in single layer on parchment-lined sheet.
- Roast for 12–15 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Cool completely before storing.
Notes
- Stick to 1–2 tbsp per serving.
- Customize with cinnamon or chili powder for variety.
- Store in airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Oven Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
