Kabocha squashes, of the sweet mama variety, are one of my favorite winter squashes. The squash’s nutty and sweet taste renders any derived recipe delicious. Roasted kabocha squash seeds are easy to make and offer an easy and healthy snack alternative rich in vitamins and healthy fats.

Ideas of easy squash or pumpkin-based recipes:

• Roasted Kabocha Sweet Mama Squash

• Roasted Japanese (Kabocha) squash and chestnut soup

• Easy Butternut Squash Soup

• Deliciously Creamy Coconut Squash and Quinoa Soup

• Pumpkin Bredie

• Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Waffles

• Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Soft Cookies

• Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Steps to Roasting Kabocha Squash Seeds

1. Halve squash

2. Remove seeds and clean

3. Marinate Seeds

4. Bake

5. Eat!