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Spiced sunflower seeds in a glass bowl.
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Spiced Sunflower Seeds

These spiced sunflower seeds are a delicious garnish for salads, soups, dips, and pasta. They're easy to make and perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 114.4kcal

Equipment

  • Large frying pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw sunflower seeds (shelled and unsalted)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Add the sunflower seeds, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and salt to a large pan on the stove set to medium heat.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, for 4-5 minutes or until the sunflower seeds are toasted and fragrant.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the sunflower seeds to cool to room temperature before serving.

Notes

  • Store these spiced sunflower seeds in the fridge for up to seven days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tablespoons | Calories: 114.4kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.6g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 10.4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.4g | Sodium: 74.4mg | Potassium: 113.7mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 72.3IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 14.7mg | Iron: 1mg