- — Vegan
- — Oven Roasted nuts
- — Lightly Salted Nuts
Sunflower Seeds are fruits of beautiful yellow flowers and a popular snack. Food to Live’s Roasted Salted Sunflower Seeds are gently toasted in an oven without using oil and are lightly coated with Himalayan Salt that is known to be richer in minerals than regular salt.
Roasted and Salted Sunflower Seeds Uses
Roasted and Salted Sunflower Seeds have a bit salty nutty taste and a firm but crunchy texture. You can enjoy these as a nutritious snack that you can munch on while watching movies, at work, or school. They make a great healthy substitute for chips and popcorn. Besides, Roasted Salted Sunflower Kernels are a great addition to breads and other baked goodies: muffins, cakes, scones, and cookies. You can also sprinkle them over your salads and avocado or tuna toasts for extra crunchiness. Further, Sunflower Seeds are often used for making energy balls and sports bars.
The Nutritional Value of Roasted & Salted vs. Raw Sunflower Seeds
Many people are concerned that Roasted Sunflower Seeds are not as nutritious as raw ones, however, the numbers in Nutrition facts labels for both kinds show that it’s not true. Of course, there are minimal differences in some values but overall the amounts of nutrients are very similar. Roasted and Salted Sunflower Seeds are full of protein, dietary fiber, healthy fats and antioxidants. They are an excellent source of Vitamin E, Iron, Copper, Selenium, Phosphorus, Manganese, Zinc, and Niacin. We should note that since these Sunflower Seeds have Himalayan Salt added, they are higher in Sodium. Finally, Roasted & Salted Sunflower Seeds are Keto and Paleo diets friendly.
How to store Roasted & Salted Sunflower Seeds?
Sunflower Seeds should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry area. If you want to save up a bit and get bulk Roasted Salted Sunflower Seeds, you can prolong their shelf life by putting the seeds in a fridge.
