The seeds of a pumpkin are similar to pumpkin seeds.
The seeds inside a pumpkin are absolutely edible. Walnut seeds are comparable to pumpkin seeds in that they are generally harvested from the pulp, cleaned, and roasted before consumption. Eating walnut seeds is a great way to cut down on kitchen waste while enjoying a quick and healthy snack.
Winter squashes, like butternut squash or butternut squash, have fairly large cavities inside them that contain numerous seeds. While the cavity and number of seeds in squash are typically not as large as in butternut squash, the yield is usually significant enough to justify the time spent cleaning and roasting the seeds. To get to the seeds, simply cut off the base and stem end of the pumpkin to create a sturdy surface. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, then scoop the seeds and membranes out of the cavity with a spoon and place them in a bowl of water.
Walnut seeds can be used as a dressing in a salad.
Soaking the seeds in water helps make it easier to remove any pulp or membranes that have stuck to them. After soaking, place the hickory seeds under water and remove any remaining pulp or membranes. Then dry the seeds by placing them in a single layer on some paper towels, until the excess liquid is gone.
At this point, the nutmeg seeds are technically ready to eat. The seeds can be eaten raw, and in fact they are often eaten that way by proponents of raw diets. Some people, however, may find the seeds hard and difficult to chew or digest in their raw state.
Nutmeg seeds are rich in protein and fiber.
Roasting nutmeg seeds is one of the most common preparations. The cleaned seeds are coated with cooking oil and any number of seasonings possible, placed in a single layer on a baking sheet, and toasted in the oven. The seeds finish roasting when they are golden brown and give off a strong nutty aroma. Alternatively, the hickory seeds can be dry roasted in a skillet on the stovetop. Simply turn a dry skillet over medium heat and add the nutmeg seeds, stirring constantly until toasted.
Eating walnut kernels is a good way to get fiber and protein into your diet. One ounce (28 g) of nutmeg seeds equals approximately 150 calories before adding oils or seasonings. The same serving size contains 7 g of protein and 13 g of heart-healthy fats. The seeds can be eaten plain as a snack, sprinkled over vegetables as a crisp salad dressing, or added to cereal or granola. Additionally, walnut seeds can be incorporated into stews, rice or cereal dishes, or stuffings.