Pumpkin Seeds

Main Areas of Cultivation:
Austria, Slovenia, Hungary, Russia, Asia
Description:
The pumpkin is a cultivated plant estimated to be over 10,000 years old. There are many different types and varieties of pumpkins. Our pumpkin seeds come from the "Cucurbita pepo L. Convar. citrullina var. styrica," the Styrian oil pumpkin. The botanical classification of pumpkins may seem unusual, as pumpkins are classified as "berries." Pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium and proteins.
Uses:
Pumpkin seeds are especially versatile in their use. Many people enjoy our pumpkin seeds plain as a snack. They are also great as a topping for muesli, a crunchy addition to salads, or as an eye-catcher in pasta dishes.