Cozy Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Sea Salt
Perfectly golden, intensely crunchy pumpkin seeds roasted in the air fryer with just oil and sea salt. This quick and easy recipe delivers a dangerously crunchy snack that’s perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120g) fresh pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 to 1.5 teaspoons (5-7g) flaky sea salt
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon (1g) garlic powder or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the seeds: Scoop seeds from pumpkin, rinse in a colander under cool water, removing pulp. Spread on a clean kitchen towel and pat very dry. Let air dry for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine dried seeds with oil and salt (and optional seasonings). Toss until evenly coated.
- Pour seeds into air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes. Shake basket vigorously, then cook for another 3-5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Immediately transfer seeds to a plate or baking sheet to cool completely (10-15 minutes). They will get crunchier as they cool.
Notes
Ensure seeds are thoroughly dry before cooking to avoid steaming. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Listen for a sizzling sound during the last few minutes; when it stops, seeds are likely done. For oven method: bake at 300°F (150°C) for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
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