🌰 Nuts & seeds · Seed

Pumpkin seed

Green pumpkin seed with a nutty flavor, crunchy and toasted.

Slightly flattened seeds, light green to beige in color, with a delicate, slightly sweet taste and a crunchy texture. Pumpkin seeds bring mineral richness and subtlety to Mediterranean cuisine, often roasted to intensify their aroma or used raw as a finish for their crunch.

Pumpkin seed

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out
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In the kitchen

Oven-roasted with saltRaw in salads and mezzeBlended into a sauce or dipAs powder for garnishToasted as a snack

Signature dishes

DukkahRoasted Squash MezzeAutumn Salad

Substitutes

FAQ

What goes with pumpkin seed?

Pumpkin seed pairs especially well with harissa, sumac, cumin, ras el hanout and dukkah. A traditional Maghrebi base, spicy and rich harissa pairs perfectly with the earthy, nutty character of pumpkin seeds.

When is pumpkin seed in season?

Best season: autumn.

What can I substitute for pumpkin seed?

If you don't have it, try: sunflower seed, sesame seed, almond, pine nut.