Pumpkin Seeds Are Full of Healthy Nutrients These sprouted pumpkin seeds are organic, bursting with B-complex vitamins and large amounts of essential minerals. They are a superfood that also provides antioxidants that protect your cells against free radicals. How to Use these Keto Snacks by Oh! Nuts in your Recipes Pumpkin seeds are a versatile ingredient that works well as an additive to baked recipes like breads, muffins and cakes. They add a meaty, buttery flavor to soups and sauces. They look great and add a nutty crunch as a garnish to salads, soup toppings, dessert whips and granola. Some gourmet chefs even layer in the full-bodied taste of this seed by pureeing some into soups, sauces and stuffing. When you need a quick protein-pick-me-up, a handful of these seeds provides a protein (and fiber) punch. Did You Know Raw pumpkin seeds are also referred to as Pepitas, the Mexican nickname that means “small seeds of squash.” The description refers to their size rather than their taste and health benefits, for there is nothing small about those!