WHAT’S IN IT

½ cup pumpkin seeds
¼ cup sunflower seeds
¼ cup sesame seeds
¼ t ground cumin
¼ t ground paprika
¼ t dried rosemary
1 T nutritional yeast
3 T organic tamari*

HOW TO MAKE IT

Preheat the oven to 350℉
Mix together the seeds, spices, rosemary and nutritional yeast
Add the tamari and stir well to combine
Spread the mixture on a parchment paper lined baking sheet
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the seeds begin to turn golden brown
Remove from the oven and allow to cool (this is when it gets crunchy)**

WHY IT’S HEALTHY

Pumpkin seeds are a great source of zinc, an essential mineral that is necessary for proper immune function and normal thymus gland function. Zinc is also required for cell growth, and wound healing, as well as the maintenance of vision, taste, and smell. Sunflower seeds have essential fatty acids to support the formation of collagen and elastin for youthful skin. Sesame seeds contain substances that can help maintain healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels and protect the liver from oxidative damage. Cumin helps aid digestion, boosts the immune system, and promotes healthy skin. Paprika is known to support immune function. Rosemary boosts the immune system, fights off bacterial and viral infections, aids respiratory ailments, and can strengthen digestion and improve circulation.

*It is best to use organic for all ingredients, if possible, but definitely for the tamari as soy is one of the most heavily sprayed crops.

**The topper will last a month if stored in an airtight container.

recipe inspired by Rachel Morrow