Pumpkin Seeds Raw Pepitas - Pepita De Calabaza

Savor the Pure Crunch of Pumpkin Seeds Raw Pepitas (Pepita de Calabaza)

At ZeeHERBS, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality, all-natural Raw Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas). Our commitment ensures that no toxic pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers, or harmful additives are used in the cultivation, harvesting, or processing of our pumpkin seeds, preserving their intense flavor and natural freshness.

Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo - Pepita de Calabaza
Common Names: Pumpkin Seeds, Raw Pepitas, Pepita de Calabaza
Origin: Varies by batch; for the most current sourcing information, please contact us.

Pumpkin Seeds, known across Mexico as Pepita de Calabaza (Cucurbita pepo), have been a kitchen staple since Aztec and Mayan times 🌿. These raw, hulled, unsalted green seeds bring a mild, nutty flavor and buttery crunch, and each 3 tbsp (30 g) serving provides 170 calories and 9 g protein, as stated in the Nutrition Facts panel. Snack them straight from the bag, roast your own in 5 minutes, or blend them into a traditional pepita pesto verde 🌱.

Key Features:
🌱 100% Raw & Hulled Pepitas: No shells, no oil, no salt, just pure whole pumpkin seeds.
🍃 Mild, Nutty Flavor & Buttery Crunch: Tender flat green seeds you season your way.
🔥 Roast Your Own in 5 Minutes: A dry skillet, a little oil, and chili-lime, smoked paprika, or cinnamon sugar.
🌮 The Seed Behind Mole Verde: The classic base of Mexico's pipián and pepita pesto verde.
🌱 Non-GMO & Vegan-Friendly: One ingredient, suitable for plant-based lifestyles.
♻️ Sustainably Sourced: Responsibly harvested to ensure purity and quality.

Usage Ideas:
🔥 Roast: Toss with a little oil and your seasoning, 5 minutes in a dry skillet until they puff and pop.
🥗 Top: Scatter over salads, soups, oatmeal, and grain bowls for a fresh green crunch.
🌮 Blend: Traditional pepita pesto verde or mole verde with herbs, garlic, and lime.
🥜 Mix & Bake: Trail mix, granola, muffins, breads, and brittle.

Sourcing & Quality Standards:
Our Raw Pepitas are sustainably sourced, grown without harmful pesticides, and minimally processed to retain their natural flavor, color, and freshness 🌱💯.

Allergy Information:
Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and vegan, an easy fit for almost any kitchen.

Storage Instructions:
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight 🌞. For extended freshness, keep refrigerated after opening.

Eco-Friendly Packaging:
Packaged in recyclable materials ♻️, sealed in a white resealable bag that locks in freshness 🌍.

Did You Know?
"Pepita" is short for pepita de calabaza, "little seed of squash". Some pumpkin varieties grow naturally hull-free seeds, which is why true pepitas never need shelling 🌟✨.