Make the most of this fall snack.
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What Are Pumpkin Seeds?
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As you may have guessed, pumpkin seeds are the seeds found inside pumpkins.
Other examples of culinary seeds include sunflower seeds and flax seeds.
Technically, there are two types of pumpkin seeds you should know.
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Whole pumpkin seeds have a different mouthfeel and taste than pepitas.
Ally Rosen, MS, RDN, CPT, describes this taste as crunchy and earthy.
By contrast, unshelled pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, tend to have a better mouthfeel.
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Additionally, pumpkin seeds in the shell have more satiatingfiberthan unshelled pumpkin seeds.
Since both types are so versatile, its worth experimenting.
Some of these dishes call for pepitas, but pumpkin seeds will also work.
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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a great go-to.
Its hard to beat the convenience of thishealthy snack.
The seasoning options and combinations are truly limited only by your imagination.
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Enjoy a piece with a cup of hot coffee, and youll be headed to dessert bliss.
Serve with whole grain crackers, or our pick, lightly salted tortilla chips.
Its similar to guacamole, only better!
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And dont skip the maple syrup drizzle, which adds just the right amount of sweetness.
This recipe includes tahini, which is the perfect partner to nutty pepitas.
Arugula-Avocado Salad with Pumpkin Seeds
Simple and delicious describes this hearty and nutritious salad.
How Long Do Pumpkin Seeds Last?
Just like any food, knowing when pumpkin seeds and pepitas have gone bad is important.
