Raw Pumpkin Seed Kernels — Unroasted, Unsalted | Kuru Yeşil

These are raw pumpkin seed kernels — shelled, unroasted, and unsalted. Each kernel is the pale-green interior removed from the outer hull, dried without heat treatment, and packed without additives or salt.

The seeds come from Turkey, where dedicated seed-variety pumpkins — grown primarily in the Nevşehir region — are cultivated specifically for their kernels. The flesh is not used; the crop exists entirely for the seed. Kuru Yeşil packs them as they are: nothing added, nothing removed after harvest.

Composition

A 28 g (1 oz) serving provides approximately 8.6 g of protein, 168 mg of magnesium (40% of daily value), 2.2 mg of zinc (20% DV), 2.5 mg of iron (14% DV), and 350 mg of phosphorus (28% DV). The fat content is predominantly unsaturated — oleic and linoleic acids — with 2 mg of sodium per serving, reflecting the seed's natural, unsalted state. Source: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 170556.

How to Use

Because these are raw, you decide how they taste before you eat them. Options:

• Eat as-is — mild, slightly grassy, with a soft crunch. Good straight from the bag.
• Pan-toast — dry skillet, medium heat, 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly. They go from pale green to golden and the flavour deepens considerably.
• On food — sprinkle over yogurt, oatmeal, salads, soups, or avocado toast. They add texture without overpowering other flavours.
• Baked in — fold into bread dough, muffin batter, or granola before baking. They stay tender inside, lightly crunchy on the surface.
• Blended — add a handful to a smoothie for a neutral protein boost with no distinct seed flavour once blended.
• Seasoned at home — toss with olive oil and any spice mix, then toast. Common pairings: sea salt and cumin; smoked paprika; chilli and lime.

Product Details

• Form: hulled kernels (no shell)
• State: raw (unroasted)
• Seasoning: none (unsalted, additive-free)
• Origin: Turkey
• Vendor: Kuru Yeşil
• Packaging: resealable
• Available sizes: 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg