Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

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Delicious Ways to Enjoy Pumpkin Seeds

From breakfast bowls to snacks and salads, pumpkin seeds are an easy way to add texture and flavour to everyday meals. Explore these simple recipe ideas made for busy kitchens and everyday enjoyment.

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Pumpkin seed smoothie bowl
Breakfast

Pumpkin Seed Smoothie Bowl

A creamy breakfast bowl topped with fresh fruit and crunchy pumpkin seeds. Perfect for a quick and colourful start to the day.

Prep: 10 mins Serves: 1 Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana
  • ½ cup yoghurt or plant-based yoghurt
  • ½ cup milk or plant-based milk
  • ½ cup mixed berries
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • Fresh fruit for topping
  • Granola, optional

Method

  1. Blend the banana, yoghurt, milk and berries until thick and smooth.
  2. Pour into a serving bowl.
  3. Top with pumpkin seeds, fresh fruit and granola.
  4. Serve immediately.
Tip: Keep the smoothie thick by adding only a little milk at first.
Pumpkin seed energy bites
Snack

No-Bake Pumpkin Seed Energy Bites

Simple bite-sized snacks made with oats, dates and pumpkin seeds. Great for lunchboxes or an easy afternoon snack.

Prep: 15 mins Serves: 10–12 bites No Bake

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup soft dates
  • ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp peanut or seed butter
  • 1 tbsp coconut flakes, optional
  • Pinch of cinnamon

Method

  1. Add oats, dates and pumpkin seeds to a food processor.
  2. Pulse until roughly combined.
  3. Add honey and nut or seed butter.
  4. Process until the mixture holds together.
  5. Roll into small balls and refrigerate before serving.
Store the prepared bites in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Breakfast bowl topped with pumpkin seeds
Breakfast

Pumpkin Seed Yoghurt Breakfast Bowl

A simple yoghurt bowl layered with fruit, pumpkin seeds and a touch of sweetness for an easy everyday breakfast.

Prep: 5 mins Serves: 1 Quick

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yoghurt
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • ½ banana, sliced
  • Handful of berries
  • 1 tbsp granola
  • 1 tsp honey, optional

Method

  1. Add yoghurt to a serving bowl.
  2. Arrange banana and berries on top.
  3. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and granola.
  4. Finish with a small drizzle of honey if desired.
Fresh salad and bowl topped with pumpkin seeds
Lunch

Crunchy Pumpkin Seed Salad

A colourful salad finished with toasted pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch.

Prep: 12 mins Serves: 2 Fresh

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed salad leaves
  • ½ cucumber, sliced
  • 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ carrot, grated
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Combine the vegetables in a large bowl.
  2. Lightly toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for a few minutes.
  3. Mix olive oil and lemon juice to make a simple dressing.
  4. Toss the salad with the dressing and pumpkin seeds.
Pumpkin seed granola energy balls
Snack

Pumpkin Seed Granola Bites

Chewy oat bites with pumpkin seeds and dried fruit. A convenient make-ahead snack for busy days.

Prep: 15 mins Serves: 12 bites No Bake

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Method

  1. Combine oats, pumpkin seeds and dried fruit.
  2. Add peanut butter, honey and cinnamon.
  3. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
  4. Shape into small balls.
  5. Refrigerate until firm.
Pumpkin seed snack bites
Snack

Roasted Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix

A savoury seed mix that works well as a quick snack or crunchy topping for soups and salads.

Prep: 5 mins Cook: 8 mins Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional chilli flakes

Method

  1. Heat a dry pan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add pumpkin seeds and toast gently.
  3. Add olive oil and seasonings.
  4. Stir for another 1–2 minutes.
  5. Allow to cool before serving or storing.
Watch the seeds closely while toasting, as they can brown quickly.

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