and roast at approximately 160–180°C until crisp and lightly toasted. A small amount of salt, paprika, garlic powder, or another preferred seasoning can be added afterward.
Roasted watermelon seeds can be eaten as a crunchy snack or sprinkled over salads, soups, yogurt, oatmeal, or grain bowls. Because seeds are relatively energy-dense, a small handful is generally enough to add nutrients without providing excessive calories.
For people interested in healthy weight management, replacing highly processed snacks with nutrient-rich foods such as seeds, nuts, fruit, vegetables, and plain yogurt can be a practical strategy. However, watermelon seeds are not a fat-burning treatment and should be included within an appropriate overall calorie intake.
Anyone with a known allergy to seeds should avoid them, and people with specific medical conditions or dietary restrictions should consider their individual nutritional needs before making large changes to their diet.
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