Bariatric Pumpkin Seed Recipe for Weight Loss & Wellness
A smooth, nutrient-rich pumpkin seed blend designed for bariatric diets, offering digestive support, protein, and essential minerals like magnesium and zinc—all in a creamy, customizable format.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Health-Focused
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
¼ cup raw hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 tsp chia seeds
Pinch of ground cinnamon
½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or water)
1 drop vanilla extract (optional)
Natural sweetener like monk fruit or stevia, to taste
Instructions
- Optional: Soak pumpkin seeds overnight in water for easier digestion.
- Place all ingredients into a small blender.
- Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes for a thicker texture.
Notes
- For a sweet twist, add cocoa, pumpkin pie spice, or frozen berries.
- For a savory version, try turmeric, garlic powder, or smoked paprika.
- Store in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze in silicone cups for portion control.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
