Chili Lime Roasted Pepitas
Roasted Pepitas are the perfect healthy snack! These homemade roasted pepitas are packed with 7g of protein per serving, flavor and crunch! (Gluten-free)
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 143kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Ounces Raw Pepitas about 1 cup
- 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
- ½ - 1 Teaspoon Chili Lime Seasoning like low sodium Tajín; recommend seasoning per taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a large bowl, mix pepitas, olive oil and seasoning. Toss to coat evenly. (Note: my chili lime seasoning contains salt. If yours does not, add ½ teaspoon per 1 cup of raw pepitas).
- Empty seasoned pepitas onto a parchment lined baking tray.
- Add into the oven for 12-15 minutes. Stir halfway through.
- When time is done (pepitas will be golden brown), remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Transfer into airtight container.
- Pepitas last 1 week at room temperature in airtight container.
Notes
This roasted pepitas recipe does not result in spicy pepitas, the flavor is more of a savory Mexican twist. For a spicier flavor, try adding a pinch of chili powder (some heat) or a pinch of cayenne (spicier).
Pepitas - Substitute for sunflower seeds.
Olive Oil - This helps roast the pepitas! Substitute for your favorite neutral oil, like avocado oil or coconut oil.
Chili Lime Seasoning - I love using Low-Sodium Tajín or Trader Joe’s chili lime seasoning. You can substitute for any type of tequila lime or taco seasoning with fresh lime juice.
Store toasted pepitas in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
Serving: 3Tablespoons | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 299IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 2mg