Tahini

Ground sesame paste, rich in lignans and calcium, central to Middle Eastern cooking.

Benefits

Calcium and antioxidant lignans in a creamy base for dressings and dips
heart-healthy fats

Key compounds

Sesamin lignanscalciumhealthy fatscopperprotein

May help with

Low calcium
bland dressings
the want of dairy-free creaminess

Best for these goals

Bone healthheart healthplant-based cooking

How to use it

Hummus, dressings and drizzles, halva, baba ganoush, swirled into yogurt or oatmeal

Evidence level

Traditional/Established

Cautions & interactions

Sesame is a major allergen; the oil separates so stir before use; calorie dense

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