Crispy Smoky Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
A quick and easy snack made with fresh pumpkin seeds, olive oil, and smoky spices, roasted to perfection in an air fryer for a crunchy, healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1.5 cups fresh pumpkin seeds (cleaned)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Extract seeds from the pumpkin and place them in a large bowl of warm water. Rub seeds to remove stringy pulp, skimming off floating pulp until water runs clear.
- Spread cleaned seeds on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat dry. Let them air dry for about 10 minutes to remove surface moisture.
- Transfer dried seeds to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Toss until seeds are evenly coated in a thin layer of oil and spices.
- Preheat air fryer to 325°F (160°C). Spread seasoned seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd.
- Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring seeds every 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Remove seeds when golden brown and crisp. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes on a wire rack or plate to harden before serving.
Notes
Ensure seeds are thoroughly dried before roasting to prevent steaming. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Seeds will continue to crisp as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 8
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