Sesame Seed Recipes Worth Making on Repeat

Sesame seeds bring bold crunch and rich nuttiness to every bite—these recipes make them the star. If you can’t get enough of that toasty, savory flavor, try these again and again for lazy weekend cooking.

Updated on Tue, 12 May 2026
Visualize the creamy Japanese mayo drizzled over steaming Classic Salmon Rice with avocado slices. Save
Visualize the creamy Japanese mayo drizzled over steaming Classic Salmon Rice with avocado slices. | grilto.com
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Classic Salmon Rice Bowl

Visualize the creamy Japanese mayo drizzled over steaming Classic Salmon Rice with avocado slices.
Visualize the creamy Japanese mayo drizzled over steaming Classic Salmon Rice with avocado slices. | grilto.com

This easy bowl combines flaked salmon, seasoned rice, creamy avocado, and crunchy sesame seeds—perfect for a quick and satisfying microwave meal.

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Levantine Zaatar Flatbread

A close-up of freshly baked Levantine Zaatar Bread, with sesame seeds and olive oil glistening.
A close-up of freshly baked Levantine Zaatar Bread, with sesame seeds and olive oil glistening. | grilto.com

This is my new favorite for snacking—super aromatic, nutty from the sesame seeds, and so easy! My kids demolished it. —Samira E.

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