From tiny chia seeds to hearty pepitas, seeds are perfect for boosting the flavor and texture of your favorite dishes. Filled with protein, fiber, and omega-3 fats, they’re incredibly healthful, too, but don’t just relegate them to a supporting role in your granola—they’re delicious blended into pesto, baked into quick breads, added to pancake batter, and more. Try them out in the recipes and ideas here, and you’ll be a fan in no time.
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RecipeCrispy Orange-Sesame Chicken Breasts
Marmalade serves as the tangy binder for the delicious sesame coating on these breasts. If you can find black sesame seeds, swap them in for half of the total amount to add visual punch to the coating. -
RecipeMâche with Spicy Melon & Pink-Peppercorn Dressing
Puréed melon adds a hint of sweetness to the dressing, while pink peppercorns impart a perfumy note to this pretty salad which include toasted sunflower seeds. -
RecipeApple-Hemp Quick Bread
Shredded apple keeps this loaf cake moist for 5 to 7 days, making it great for gift-giving. Any firm textured, relatively tart apple will work beautifully here. -
RecipeLemon-Chia Seed Pancakes
A fun twist on the beloved pairing of lemon and poppy seed, these chia-flecked pancakes go well with a berry sauce (or fresh berries and whipped cream) instead of traditional maple syrup. If you prefer thicker pancakes, reduce the water by one fluid ounce. -
RecipeApricot-Flax Oat Bars
The honey gives these bars a delicious caramel flavor and a wonderful toffee-like texture.
