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Zinc-Packed Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix

A toasted mix of pumpkin seeds, almonds, walnuts, and dried cranberries with a hint of cinnamon and honey.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin seeds raw, unsalted
  • 1/2 cup almonds whole or slivered
  • 1/2 cup walnuts halves
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries unsweetened, if possible
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional, for sweetness

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin seeds, almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, add cinnamon, salt, and honey (if using). Toss well to coat.
  4. Spread mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes, stirring halfway, until lightly golden and fragrant.
  6. Remove from oven, let cool, then stir in dried cranberries.
  7. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.