Pozole Verde de Pollo
Serious Eats / J. Kenji López-Alt
Pumpkin seeds add nutty flavor and a creamy texture to this one-pot weeknight version of the hearty Mexican classic.
Creamy Roasted-Broccoli Soup With Buttermilk and Spiced Pepitas
Serious Eats / Daniel Gritzer
Pepitas roasted in olive oil, coriander, cumin, mustard seed, and turmeric plays off the roasted broccoli flavor of this warming fall soup, while buttermilk provides a gentle tang.
Grilled Chicken Tacos with Pumpkin Seed Sauce
Serious Eats / Carrie Vasios
Turn slices of grilled chicken into delicious tacos with the help of a sauce made from toasted pumpkin seeds, tomatillos, jalapeño, and cilantro.
Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Serious Eats / Vicky Wasik
These streusel muffins are tender and fragrant with pumpkin spice, and topped with a buttery crown of toasted pumpkin seeds, chewy rolled oats, and a touch of brown sugar.
Continue to 5 of 11 belowRoasted-Carrot Salad With Peanut-Sesame Mole
Serious Eats
Toasted pumpkin seeds make appearance in the mole and as a garnish on this gorgeous and tasty vegan salad.
Chipotle-Orange Guacamole With Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Serious Eats / J. Kenji López-Alt
This smoky variation of guacamole includes orange zest for an aromatic component and toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch and nutty flavor.
Easy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Serious Eats / Vicky Wasik
These classic roasted pumpkin seeds get crisp texture and plenty of flavor from a light coating of oil and salt.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds With Chorizo and Smoked Paprika
Serious Eats / J. Kenji López-Alt
Here, pumpkin seeds are tossed in a mixture of rendered chorizo fat and some smoky-sweet paprika, then served with crisped slices of chorizo and some chopped parsley for a sophisticated Spanish-inspired snack.
Continue to 9 of 11 belowSoy-Glazed Roasted Pumpkin Seeds With Furikake
Serious Eats / J. Kenji López-Alt
Soy sauce, honey, and furikake give these roasted pumpkin seeds a Japanese-inspired twist.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds With Curry and Mint
Serious Eats / J. Kenji López-Alt
Here, crisp roasted pumpkin seeds get a boost from curry powder, chopped mint, and lime juice.
Alguashte (Salvadoran Pumpkin Seed Seasoning)
Serious Eats / Karla Vasquez
Salvadoran alguashte is a versatile two-ingredient condiment made from pumpkin seeds and salt. It adds a deeply earthy, nutty flavor to everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to savory dishes.
11 Warming Pumpkin Seed Recipes to Add to Your Fall Repertoire Right Now
From soup to nuts, we've got you covered with classic and surprising new ways to enjoy these crunchy seeds.
Updated September 19, 2024
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Whether they’re toasted and ground up for soups, used as a seasoning, sprinkled whole in a salad or on top of baked goods, pumpkins seeds add complex nutty flavor to any recipe. Oh, and they also make an irresistible snack when toasted in their shells—a good excuse to throw a pumpkin carving party!—and dressed up with endless flavor combinations like curry and mint or chorizo and smoked paprika. But you don't have to wait for fall to try out these recipes. Keep reading for 11 pumpkins seed recipes to start making ahead of the season.