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Sesame seeds are known to be super healthy foods used in bakery, cooked meals, salads, roasted dishes, desserts and many more. It is a great source of vitamins and often included in healthy diet recipes. There are two types of  sesame seeds : black and white. They are basically used to provide dishes with more vitamins and protein as well as add an esthetic undertone as a dressing.  If you are into a healthy lifestyle and also want to find sesame seeds substitutes that contain protein, fiber, and healthy fats, then we’ve got you covered! Today, our guest blogger Ester from  CookonMonday , a food blog that is all about cooking substitutes, will present you top 10 substitutes to sesame seeds. So let’s dive in. Best Sesame Seed Substitutes Poppy Seeds Sesame seeds can be replaced with poppy seeds as they come with similar nutty taste and texture. These seeds are produced by opium poppy plants.  They are used as topping for salads, breads, cakes and pancakes and even can...

The go-to dip for the health conscious, Hummus is a Lebanese cuisine made of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, squeeze and garlic. It is an incredibly popular Middle Eastern spread that comes with a slew of health benefits. Not only is Hummus delicious but also versatile and packed with several vitamins and minerals. Healthy Ingredients: Packed with wholesome ingredients like sesame seeds, chickpeas and tahini, hummus is one such comfort food that will always keep your body feeling happy and healthy. Chickpeas When it comes to the nutritional content in hummus, the two stars of the show are chickpeas and tahini. Chickpeas are highly rich in fiber and protein. This helps in pruning down your inflammation levels & keeping the diabetes and other chronic cardiovascular diseases at bay. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that one cup of cooked chickpeas upholds around 15 grams of plant-based proteins and a whopping 12 grams of fiber. While sufficing your recommended dietary intake of fi...

The go-to dip for the health conscious, Hummus is a Lebanese cuisine made of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, squeeze and garlic. It is an incredibly popular Middle Eastern spread that comes with a slew of health benefits. Not only is Hummus delicious but also versatile and packed with several vitamins and minerals. Healthy Ingredients Packed with wholesome ingredients like  sesame seeds ,  chickpeas and tahini, hummus is one such comfort food that will always keep your body feeling happy and healthy. Chickpeas When it comes to the nutritional content in hummus, the two stars of the show are chickpeas and tahini. Chickpeas are highly rich in fiber and protein. This helps us in pruning down your inflammation levels & keeping the diabetes and other chronic cardiovascular diseases at bay. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that one cup of cooked chickpeas upholds around 15 grams of plant-based proteins and a whopping 12 grams of fiber. While sufficing your recommended dietary inta...

Every Indian kitchen has sesame seeds or commonly known as Til. Sesame seed are traditionally used by our ancestors to get the health benefits from it. Though presently, these are not much incorporated in our dishes to the extent they were used before. These seeds are the powerhouse of vitamins and minerals as they are excellent source of calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, copper, vitamin B complex and is high in fiber, protein and antioxidants. I love  sesame seeds ! I love how it enhances the taste of the cuisine over which they are sprinkled. These seeds are not only used in Indian cuisines, but the burger buns even have sesame seed scattered over them while baking. These seeds give you a nutty flavour. And when these buns are used to make burgers, the sources provide a great taste to it and turn out to be a great combination. Who said Burgers are unhealthy! A sprinkle of  sesame seed  over the burger buns make it a healthy treat for everyone. While eating a sesame seed...

Tahini, a protein-rich paste made from hulled, ground, and toasted  sesame seeds  add a heavyweight presence to any dish. It is commonly used in North African, Greek, Iranian, Turkish, and Middle Eastern cuisine. A major ingredient in hummus and baba ghanoush, tahini dip holds a robust sesame flavor & a unique roasted aroma that makes it an ideal base for marinades. Fast Facts about Tahini: Tahini is a paste or butter made from ground sesame seeds. It is a key ingredient in hummus and in baba ghanoush, an aubergine dip. It provides good amounts of protein and various minerals. High in calories, it should always be eaten in moderation. Nutrition: Tahini contains more protein than milk and most nuts. It’s a rich source of B vitamins that boost energy and brain function, vitamin E, which is protective against heart disease and stroke, and important minerals, such as magnesium, iron, and calcium. Most people prefer the paler type, made from hulled (sk...

The ketogenic diet by and large limits the intake of fats, proteins and carbohydrates to a ratio of approximately 75%, 20%, and 5%, respectively. While this may seem challenging to balance, it really is a manageable quota with the inclusion of nuts & seeds on the keto diet. High in fats and low in carbs, the nuts and seeds can be a perfect food to help you meet your keto macros. Keto Nuts & Seeds: Keto nuts and seeds can be differentiated for their higher fat contents against the carbs per gram of fruit. Regarded as a dietary staple by the keto dieters, these keto nuts and seeds promise a nutrient-dense & gut-friendly meal supplement. They're convenient, rich in healthy fats, low in carbs, and abundant in health-protecting antioxidants – all things that can surely benefit one’s keto journey. It's true that most plant foods are too high in carbs to be suitable for keto. With a higher carb content, grains, fruits, legumes, and starchy vegetables cannot be...