Watermelon seeds, don't throw them away - they can become an amazing condiment

Don't throw away watermelon seeds! They are rich in nutritional properties and perfect to use as a condiment

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For many people, watermelon seeds are a real nuisance. But did you know they can be ingested? Yes, these seeds are good for health. Few people know this, but watermelon seeds are rich in magnesium, potassium, iron, mineral salts and B vitamins. They are very versatile and are also perfect for savory recipes. Let's see together how to use them to enrich and make some dishes tastier!

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Toasted watermelon seeds (for a nutritious and healthy snack)

One of the best and fastest ways to reuse watermelon seeds is to roast them. First wash them and dry them very well, preferably in the sun. Then toast them in the oven at 180 ° C with a drizzle of oil and a pinch of salt, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. After about a quarter of an hour they will be crunchy and ready to be munched as a snack or added to your salads.

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Spicy seasoning powder

You can also prepare a spicy powder dressing with watermelon seeds. Dried red pepper, garlic and salt can be added to watermelon seeds. First toast the watermelon seeds and the chillies, then chop everything well and add the ground garlic cloves (alternatively, already powdered garlic is fine) and a pinch of salt. Dried alone or in an oven at 180 ° C or using a dryer. You can use it on bruschetta and to flavor rice or a nice spaghetti.

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Watermelon seeds for soups

Using watermelon seeds you can also prepare a classic soup or a Gazpacho, the cold soup of Andalusian origins based on raw vegetables. Set aside a handful of watermelon seeds and toast them for 10-15 minutes in the oven at 180 ° C with extra virgin olive oil and then use them to garnish your soup. You will see what goodness!

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