Turmeric Pumpkin Seed Crunchy Salad Topper
Make your crunchy salad topper with turmeric and pumpkin seeds! This quick and healthy recipe adds flavor, texture, and anti-inflammatory benefits to any dish.
Servings: 6
Calories: 68kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (about 350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry spices in a small bowl: turmeric, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the olive oil to the spice mix and stir well until it forms a paste.
- Add the pumpkin seeds to the bowl and mix until all seeds are evenly coated.
- Spread the seeds out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even roasting. You want to achieve that perfect golden brown color.
- Let cool completely before transferring to a jar or airtight container.
- Quick tip: Let the seeds cool completely before storing them! This helps keep them extra crunchy and prevents any moisture from getting trapped in the container.
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Notes
- Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
- Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for some heat. If you like a bit of spice, sprinkle in some chili flakes. It’ll give your topper a little kick and balance out the flavors of the turmeric and paprika.
- Swap olive oil for avocado oil: Avocado oil is an excellent alternative to olive oil. It has a mild taste and is also healthy.
- Try other seeds (like sunflower seeds): Feel free to swap pumpkin seeds with sunflower seeds or other seeds you like. It’s a fun way to change up the flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
