Pepitas con chile
Pepitas con chile is a popular Mexican street snack made from roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) tossed in a savory, spicy, and often tangy chili-lime seasoning. It typically includes ingredients like lime juice, salt, and various chili powders such as ancho, guajillo, or chipotle, and is commonly sold by street vendors in small bags or paper cones.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This snack is a good source of plant-based protein and healthy fats, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates, and a single serving (about 1/4 cup) generally provides around 150-200 calories along with notable amounts of magnesium, zinc, and fiber.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Magnesium | 75 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.0 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Copper | 0.4 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved example of Mexican street food that transforms a simple seed into a flavorful, portable treat, and nutritionally, pepitas are unique for being rich in antioxidants and essential minerals that support energy and immune health.
