Description
Enjoy crunchy, flavorful Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds seasoned with garlic salt and smoked paprika. This easy-to-make snack uses fresh pumpkin seeds tossed in avocado oil and air fried to perfection for a healthy, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Seeds
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds
Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Seeds: Remove 2 cups of fresh pumpkin seeds from the pumpkin and rinse them thoroughly in a colander to remove any pumpkin pulp.
- Dry the Seeds: Place the rinsed seeds between two layers of paper or cloth towels and press them dry to remove excess moisture.
- Season the Seeds: Transfer the dry seeds to a mixing bowl, drizzle with avocado oil, and sprinkle with garlic salt and smoked paprika. Stir well ensuring all seeds are evenly coated.
- Load Air Fryer: Pour the seasoned pumpkin seeds into the air fryer basket in a single layer for even cooking.
- Air Fry: Cook at 350°F for 30 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to promote even roasting. If they are not yet crispy, cook an additional 5 minutes while closely watching to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Let the roasted pumpkin seeds cool completely before serving to maximize crunchiness.
Notes
- Make sure seeds are thoroughly dried to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Adjust seasoning quantities to taste.
- Shaking the basket frequently ensures even roasting and prevents burning.
- If using pre-packaged pumpkin seeds, reduce cooking time and watch closely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Air fryer pumpkin seeds, roasted pumpkin seeds, healthy snack, crunchy pumpkin seeds, seasoned pumpkin seeds
