Squash is a seasonal treasure, and while its flesh is delicious, its seeds are just as good when prepared well. Here are three versions to dehydrate gently: plain, savoury spiced and sweet spiced.
Dehydrated pumpkin seeds: plain, savoury spiced or sweet spiced
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Ingredients
Plain seeds
- 360 g fresh pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Savoury spiced seeds
- 360 g fresh pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground smoked chilli
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Sweet spiced seeds
- 360 g fresh pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground smoked chilli
Preparation
- If the seeds still have bits of flesh on them, soak them in water for 30 minutes, rinse well, then dry them with a tea towel.
- Mix them in a bowl with the other ingredients of the version you have chosen.
- Spread them on a dehydrator tray.
- Dehydrate for 24 hours, or until they are very crunchy.
- Store in an airtight container.
Tip
To clean the seeds without losing time, drop them straight into a large bowl of water: the flesh floats to the surface and the seeds come away more easily.
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FAQ: your questions about dehydrated pumpkin seeds
How do you dehydrate pumpkin seeds?
Remove the flesh, soak the seeds in water for 30 minutes, rinse and dry them. Mix them with the seasoning of your choice, spread them on the dehydrator tray and leave them for about 24 hours at a low temperature, until they are very crunchy. To stay true to the raw spirit, keep the temperature below 42 °C.
What is the best way to eat pumpkin seeds?
Plain as a crunchy snack, or sprinkled over a salad, a soup or a porridge. Dehydrated at a low temperature and seasoned, they can be crunched like crisps and keep well in an airtight container. A handful of about 30 g is enough: they are fairly high in calories.
Do pumpkin seeds contain zinc?
Yes, they contain zinc. The exact content can be found in the ANSES Ciqual table.
Is it good to eat pumpkin seeds?
Yes, as long as you keep quantities reasonable. Pumpkin or squash, these seeds are rich in magnesium, protein and good-quality fats. Allow a small handful a day, and choose lightly salted ones if you watch your salt intake.
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