Pumpkin seeds are the edible seeds found inside Pumpkins. They are a popular snack and ingredient used all over the world.
Our Pumpkin Seeds are full of nutrition and packed with vitamins and minerals, just a handful of these delicious seeds contains a huge amount of goodness.
Pumpkin seeds offer a range of different nutritional values, as they are packed with copper, magnesium, calcium, and potassium.
Great sprinkled over a variety of green salads, or even over your morning cereal to give you a healthy boost at the start of your day.
For those with more of a sweet tooth, you can also add the seeds to your favourite cake or cookie recipes to give them a delicious flavour twist that everyone will enjoy.
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