pepita

noun

pe·​pi·​ta pe-ˈpē-tä How to pronounce pepita (audio)
: the edible seed of a pumpkin or squash often dried or toasted

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Unshelled pumpkin seeds and pepitas have similar nutrition. Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Jan. 2026 Plus, pepitas can even add a little some nutrition to an otherwise not-so-healthy breakfast like a sweet muffin—fold some into the batter and sprinkle them on top before baking. Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Jan. 2026 Bacon lardons, Prairie Breeze cheese, a little maple syrup, whipped ricotta and pepitas make every savory bite crunchy, creamy and a little sweet. Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 15 Jan. 2026 Roasted beets pair with fresh herbs, fennel, spiced pepitas, and a swoop of strained yogurt. Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pepita

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pepita was in 1942

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“Pepita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pepita. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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