Food Guide

Pumpkin Seeds

Buying Tips

Pumpkin seeds can be purchased hulled or unhulled, raw or roasted.

Varieties

The seeds of all varieties of pumpkins and squash are edible. Green hulled pumpkin seeds are called pepitas and are often used in southwestern and Mexican cooking.

Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Like most nuts and seeds, pumpkin seeds are especially delicious roasted because roasting brings out their natural flavor. Unfortunately, high temperatures are said to destroy the potency of their essential fatty acids. So, for best nutritional value, it is best to eat nuts and seeds raw. Pumpkin seeds are great tossed in salads, mixed with grains, or ground up and added to salad dressings, casseroles, soups, and baked goods. Both hulled and unhulled pumpkin seeds are enjoyed as a dry-roasted snack food.

Storing

Like other nuts and seeds, pumpkin seeds can turn rancid quickly and should be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer where they will keep for several months.

Nutrition Highlights

Pumpkin seeds (hulled), 142 seeds (1 oz.)

  • Calories: 153
  • Protein: 6.9g
  • Carbohydrate: 5.05g
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Fiber: 1.1g

*Excellent Source of: Iron (4.2mg)

*Good Source of: Zinc (2.1mg)

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