snack

Pumpkin Seeds and Orange Slices

PreconceptionAmericanEasyServes 25 min

A handful of roasted pumpkin seeds served with fresh orange wedges.

This simple, refreshing snack relies on a classic nutritional synergy. The bright Vitamin C from the oranges acts as a key that unlocks the plant-based iron and zinc in the pumpkin seeds, making them much easier for your body to absorb. For him, zinc provides crucial building blocks for steady sperm formation, and for her, the iron supports a healthy uterine environment and prepares the body for conception.

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One serving≈250 kcal · 11 g protein

Calories250 kcal

Protein11 g

Carbs21 g · 12.6g sugar

Fat16 g · 2.8g sat

Fiber5.4 g

Sodium2 mg

Folate61 mcg DFE

Iron3 mg

Calcium71 mg

Choline32 mg

Zinc2.6 mg

from its ingredients

Ingredients

½ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
2 whole oranges, cut into wedges

Method

1Slice the oranges into wedges or peel and separate into segments.
2Portion the roasted pumpkin seeds into two small bowls.
3Serve the pumpkin seeds alongside the fresh orange slices for a quick, nutrient-pairing snack.

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