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Sunflower seeds are so underrated.
Here’s how to get the most out of this versatile, sustainable, protein-rich seed.
Sunflowers growing along a country road is one of my favorite sights to see on a drive through my home state of Minnesota. The flowers’ regal heads are like a pack of lions with hypnotic faces. These stunning flowers even have their own emoji! 🌻
Do you know what doesn’t have its own emoji? The sunflowers’ seeds. Popular culture has led us to believe that there’s nothing too special about these grey little niblets. It’s time to give the underhyped sunflower seed a well-deserved close-up.
In the spring of 2020, a lot of us are making fewer trips to the grocery store and looking for ways to stock up on some versatile foods. Read on to learn more about why sunflower seeds are a worthy pantry staple and for some inspiring ways to use them.
Sunflower seeds are economical.
When it comes to value, sunflower seeds reign supreme among other nuts and seeds. For example, nuts.com sells conventional sunflower seeds for $3 and organic for $5. In comparison, pumpkin seeds are $7 per pound for and $8 for organic, almonds are $10 per pound, $15 for organic.
