Healthy Recipes using Roasted Unsalted White Sesame Seeds
Sesame-Crusted Avocado Toast
A delightful twist on classic avocado toast, featuring a crunchy sesame seed crust for added texture and flavor.
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon juice to taste
- Toast the whole grain bread until golden brown.
- Mash the ripe avocado in a bowl and mix in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the avocado mixture on the toasted bread and sprinkle with roasted sesame seeds before serving.
Sesame Seed Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bites are packed with nutrients and make for a perfect healthy snack on the go.
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, and sesame seeds.
- Stir until well mixed, then fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Form the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes before enjoying.
Roasted Sesame and Spinach Salad
A refreshing salad that combines fresh spinach with a zesty sesame dressing, perfect for a light meal.
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine fresh spinach and sesame seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving.
Sesame-Coconut Chia Pudding
A creamy and nutritious chia pudding topped with roasted sesame seeds and coconut for a delightful breakfast or dessert.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- In a bowl, mix chia seeds, almond milk, and maple syrup.
- Stir well and let it sit for at least 4 hours or overnight in the fridge.
- Top with roasted sesame seeds and shredded coconut before serving.
Sesame and Ginger Stir-Fried Quinoa
A nutritious quinoa dish stir-fried with vegetables and seasoned with a sesame-ginger sauce for a quick and healthy meal.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- In a pan, sauté mixed vegetables until tender.
- Add cooked quinoa, soy sauce, and grated ginger, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle with roasted sesame seeds before serving.
Sesame Seed-Crusted Chicken Tenders
Healthy chicken tenders coated in a crunchy sesame seed crust, perfect for a protein-packed meal.
- 1 pound chicken breast tenders
- 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, beat the egg and season with salt and pepper.
- Dip chicken tenders in the egg, then coat with a mixture of breadcrumbs and sesame seeds before baking for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Sesame and Beetroot Hummus
A vibrant and nutritious hummus made with roasted beetroot and sesame seeds, perfect for dipping or spreading.
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1/2 cup roasted beetroot
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- Juice of 1 lemon
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, beetroot, tahini, sesame seeds, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth, adding water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
- Serve with fresh veggies or whole grain crackers.
Sesame Seed Granola Bars
Homemade granola bars packed with oats, nuts, and roasted sesame seeds for a healthy snack option.
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix oats, nuts, honey, sesame seeds, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, then cool and cut into bars.
Sesame-Citrus Grilled Shrimp
Grilled shrimp marinated in a zesty citrus and sesame sauce, offering a light and flavorful seafood dish.
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, orange juice, soy sauce, and sesame seeds to create the marinade.
- Add shrimp and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through, then serve.
Sesame Seed Veggie Burgers
Delicious and healthy veggie burgers made with black beans, quinoa, and roasted sesame seeds for added crunch.
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted white sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- In a bowl, mash black beans and mix with quinoa, breadcrumbs, sesame seeds, and cumin.
- Form into patties and cook on a skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve on whole grain buns with toppings of choice.