Roasted Seeds with Salt (Printable Version)

Crunchy blend of sunflower, pumpkin, and sesame seeds roasted with salt for savory flavor.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seeds

01 - 1/2 cup raw hulled sunflower seeds
02 - 1/2 cup raw hulled pumpkin seeds
03 - 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional)

→ Seasoning

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds if used into a mixing bowl.
03 - Drizzle olive oil over the seeds and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Sprinkle fine sea salt and smoked paprika or chili powder if using, then mix well to distribute flavors.
05 - Spread the seed mixture evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake seeds for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and aromatic. Monitor closely to prevent burning.
07 - Remove from oven and allow seeds to cool completely on the baking sheet; they will become crisp as they cool.
08 - Transfer cooled seeds to an airtight container and keep at room temperature for up to one week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're ready in 20 minutes and taste infinitely better than anything store-bought.
  • One batch lasts days and works as a snack, salad topper, or that thing you grab when you need something to do with your hands.
  • The smell alone while they're roasting is worth the effort.
02 -
  • Seeds continue to cook a little after you pull them from the oven, so remove them when they're just past golden, not deep brown.
  • Halfway stirring is non-negotiable—the ones at the edges cook faster than the ones in the middle, and one stir makes all the difference.
03 -
  • Toast them at a lower temperature (325°F instead of higher) so they roast through evenly without the edges burning while the centers stay pale.
  • If sesame seeds are new to you, start with just a quarter cup mixed in—they have a strong flavor and can overwhelm if you go too heavy.

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