How to Make Cajun Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to seasonal snacks, roasted pumpkin seeds are a classic fall treat. They are not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making them a perfect guilt-free snack to enjoy during the autumn months. This recipe for Cajun Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds takes the traditional roasted pumpkin seed and adds a spicy, flavorful twist that will have you reaching for handful after handful.

These Cajun spiced pumpkin seeds are perfect for serving at Halloween parties, as a midday...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw whole pumpkin seeds, washed and dried
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (Optional)
  • ¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
  • salt to taste
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Toss pumpkin seeds with paprika, Cajun seasoning, and salt until coated. Mix Worcestershire sauce with melted butter in a small bowl, pour over seeds, and stir to to combine. Spread seeds onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast seeds in the preheated oven until browned and crunchy, 45 minutes to 1 hour; stir and turn seeds several times during roasting.
  • Nutrition

    80 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 122mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 135mg