Seeds
Cucurbita pepo (seed)
Green pepitas — crunchy, mineral-dense, protein-packed.
Macros are per 100g of the cooked ingredient (e.g. oats, quinoa, lentils and other pantry staples that require cooking). Nutritional values are estimated using recognised nutrition databases and calorie-tracking software to provide a practical guide, although they may vary depending on the exact ingredients and brands you use.
Mesoamerica, ~7000 BCE
Toast dry in a pan 3 min for maximum aroma.
Cool, dark, airtight. Refrigerate for longest shelf life.
Green (hulled) pepitas are the culinary standard.