Lohri and Sankranti special: 10 healthy sesame seed recipes

Sesame laddu combines roasted sesame seeds, jaggery, and ghee into delicious, energy-boosting balls, perfect for a festive celebration

Blend roasted sesame seeds with coconut, green chilies, and spices to create a flavourful chutney that pairs perfectly with dosas, idlis, or rice

Add roasted sesame seeds to a fresh salad of mixed greens, cucumbers, carrots, and tomatoes. Drizzle with oil, lemon, and seasoning 

Make soft, flaky parathas by mixing sesame seeds into the dough along with spices. These make a delicious addition to any Sankranti meal

Make caramelised sesame seed bars by melting sugar, mixing with roasted sesame seeds and nuts, pressing them into a tray, and cooling until set

Make a creamy sesame seed pudding by blending ground sesame seeds with milk, sugar, and cardamom. Chill it for a tasty, nutritious dessert

Make black sesame seed cookies by mixing flour, butter, sugar, and black sesame seeds. Shape into dough, bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, and enjoy

Make sesame seeds and dates balls by blending pitted dates, roasted sesame seeds, and a little ghee. Roll into balls for a healthy snack

Make sesame seed kebabs by mixing minced vegetables, sesame seeds, and spices. Shape into patties, pan-fry, and serve with mint chutney 

Combine fresh fruits like berries, kiwi, and papaya with roasted sesame seeds, a drizzle of honey, and a pinch of lemon for a crunchy, nutritious fruit salad