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Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas

Spice up your life with this recipe for Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas! If you are looking for a quick, easy, and healthy addition to spice up salads or trail mix or to sprinkle on top of fruits or vegetables, this recipe is for you. These impeccably seasoned pepitas have the perfect ratio of spice to zest that will make any dish stand out. This recipe calls for just five ingredients and takes only five minutes to prepare. You may even already have the ingredients on-hand!

Pepitas are packed with protein – five grams per one ounce serving. Pepitas also contain vitamin E along with other antioxidants. Chili powder maximizes the nutrient content as chili peppers also contain antioxidants and vitamin C. Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas are guaranteed to take your basic summer recipes to the next level.

Spiced Pumpkin Seeds 5

Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas

Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas have the perfect ratio of spice to zest. Adding just a sprinkle will make any dish stand out. This recipe calls for just five ingredients and takes only five minutes to prepare. 

Serving size: 1 ounce, Makes 16 servings

Ingredients

1 pound hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325º F. 
  2. In a bowl, toss pepitas with in oil.
  3. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, lime zest, and salt. Add seasoning mixture to pepitas and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread in a single layer on a sheet pan and bake 5 minutes or until fragrant.

Nutrition per 1-ounce serving: 180 calories, 15 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 60 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrates, 0 g sugar, 2 g fiber, 9 g protein

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Written by Shea Mills, Dietetic Intern