Easy Oil-Free Roasted Pepitas

5 from 26 votes

Roasted pepitas are easy to make without oil. Use them to add a flavorful crunch to salads and soups, or eat them as a healthy snack.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired

Keyword: gluten free, oil free, pepitas, pumpkin seeds, roasted pepitas, vegan, wfpb, whole food plant based

Diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, vegan, wfpb

Servings: servings

Calories: 45kcal

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
If you’re using salt, rinse the pepitas in a mesh strainer and allow any excess water to drain. (Skip this step if you’re not using salt.)
Spread the pepitas on the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, making sure to break up any clumps that are stuck together.
Sprinkle with salt, if using. Start with ⅛ teaspoon and add more if you like them extra salty like I do.
Roast for 10 minutes. Take them out of the oven and give them a stir/shake. Roast for another 5-7 minutes, until the pepitas are a nice golden color, but not too dark.
Cool the pepitas completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Add roasted pepitas to salads or soups for a crunchy topping, or eat them as a snack.