Tag: sesame

Crunchy Sesame Crusted Delicata Squash

Crunchy Sesame Crusted Delicata Squash

Crispy and crunchy, these sesame delicata squash snacks are such lovely treat. The squash themselves are sweet and soft, and they are totally covered in black and white sesame seeds. There is the added flavor of just a pinch of nutmeg. These squash are not 

Smashed Vegan Cucumber Salad

Smashed Vegan Cucumber Salad

Refreshing, flavorful, slightly spicy and a little sour, this vegan cucumber salad includes shallots, cilantro, toasted peanuts and sesame seeds. The extra juicy texture of this salad is thanks to a fun little technique- smashing! And when I say fun technique, I mean it’s a 

Crispy Sesame Spiced Tahini Quinoa

Crispy Sesame Spiced Tahini Quinoa

I eat a lot of grains, and they are most commonly cooked in water, and served up underneath a bed of greens or with a topping of tofu. But grains don’t need to always be that not super interesting supporting character- you can give them 

15-Minute Sesame Roasted Snap Peas

15-Minute Sesame Roasted Snap Peas

If you’re looking for to prepare peas in a low effort (but slightly more effort than eating them raw) and delicious dish, these sesame roasted snap peas are for you! Rich, savory, and nutty, they are surprisingly addictive and a perfect way to add the taste of Spring to your table (no matter the season). I intended them as a side dish, but the first time we made them they ended up just being dinner- just because we couldn’t stop snacking on them long enough to make anything else.