Salad Topping
Elevate your salads with this irresistible homemade Salad Topping, a crunchy, flavor-packed blend of toasted sunflower seeds, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds coated in a savory mixture of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders. This quick 15-minute recipe adds the perfect balance of nutty richness and spicy kick to any salad, making it a healthier, homemade alternative to store-bought options. Ideal for meal preps, it stays fresh for up to a week in an airtight container, ready to sprinkle over greens, grain bowls, or roasted veggies for a satisfying crunch. Boost your salad's flavor and texture effortlessly with this simple, wholesome topping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare a non-stick skillet or frying pan and place it over medium heat.
Add the sunflower seeds, sliced almonds, and pumpkin seeds to the skillet. Stir continuously for 3-4 minutes to lightly toast them, making sure not to burn them.
Add the sesame seeds and olive oil to the skillet, stirring carefully to ensure the seeds are coated evenly in the oil and heat through (another 2-3 minutes).
Sprinkle the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper over the seeds. Stir well to coat evenly with the seasonings.
Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes while stirring to infuse flavors. Be cautious not to over-toast the mixture.
Remove from heat and transfer the seed mixture to a plate or parchment paper to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the topping in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Sprinkle over your favorite salads for an added crunch and flavor boost!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.3 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 597 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1601 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
