Pumpkin Seeds – Cucurbita pepo

Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
Tamil Name: பூசணி விதை (Pūcaṇi vitaikaḷ)
Malayalam Name: മത്തങ്ങ വിത്തുകൾ (Mattaṅṅa vittukaḷ)
Hindi Name: कद्दू के बीज (Kaddoo ke beej)
Telugu Name: గుమ్మడికాయ గింజలు (Gummaḍikāya gin̄jalu)

Product Description

Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are flat, green, edible seeds found inside pumpkins. These flavorful seeds are widely used in culinary traditions around the world, especially in Mexican cuisine. They are enjoyed both raw and roasted and are a popular addition to salads, cereals, smoothies, trail mixes, and baked goods.

With a crunchy texture and nutty taste, pumpkin seeds are also used in making seed butters or sprinkled over yogurt and granola for an added boost of taste and texture. They’ve been part of traditional diets for thousands of years and are considered a wholesome, plant-based snack.

Nutritional Profile

Pumpkin seeds are naturally rich in plant-based nutrients such as:

• Dietary fiber

• Healthy fats, including omega fatty acids

• Plant-based protein

• Magnesium, zinc, potassium, and iron

• Natural antioxidants

Their versatile nutritional profile makes them a popular choice in whole-food and balanced diets.

How to Use

• Enjoy them roasted as a snack

• Add to salads, smoothies, trail mixes, or baked dishes

• Blend into granola bars or mix into raita and yogurt

Quality Assurance

We source only 100% natural and organic pumpkin seeds directly from trusted Indian farmers. Free from additives, preservatives, and artificial fillers, our seeds are minimally processed to retain their natural goodness.

Note

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All statements are provided for general educational and informational purposes related to food and nutrition. Please consult a healthcare professional before making changes to your diet.