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Easy Air Fryer Chili Lime Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

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These quick air fryer chili lime pumpkin seeds are tangy, spicy, and ridiculously crunchy. Ready in under 15 minutes, they make the perfect snack for game day, movie night, or any time you crave something savory.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (from one medium pumpkin, rinsed and patted dry)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil for a neutral flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (preferably smoky)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • Zest of 1 lime (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Juice of ½ lime (about 1 tablespoon)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Most air fryers need about 3 minutes to preheat.
  2. Rinse the pumpkin seeds in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water. Pick out any pumpkin guts or stringy bits.
  3. Dry the seeds thoroughly by spreading them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and patting them completely dry.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the dried seeds with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne if using. Toss until every seed is coated.
  5. Spread the seasoned seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
  6. Cook for 5 minutes, then shake the basket or stir the seeds with a spatula.
  7. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, checking frequently after the 3-minute mark. Seeds are done when lightly browned and smell toasty.
  8. Remove the basket and immediately toss the hot seeds with the lime zest and lime juice.
  9. Let the seeds cool completely in the basket or on a plate. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch more salt or chili powder if needed.

Notes

Dry the seeds thoroughly to ensure maximum crunch. Watch the last few minutes of cooking closely as seeds can burn quickly. Let seeds cool completely before serving for best texture. For oven method, bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway.

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