I love to make my own nut and seed milks, so when I learned about the numerous and
significant health and nutritional benefits of sesame seeds, I decided to make my own
sesame seed milk at home.
Why sesame seed milk?
Well, let’s take a quick look at some of the benefits…
For a are rich in calories (565 kcal), providing
an excellent source of essential nutrients as part of the Daily Value (DV).
While containing high amounts of protein, dietary fiber, and total fat (mainly as
linoleic acid and oleic acid), sesame seeds are also particularly rich (> 20% DV)
in B vitamins and the dietary minerals manganese, magnesium, calcium, iron, and
zinc.
Protein makes up 20 percent of the seed with 4.7 grams of protein per ounce.
Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds
Due to the fact that they are rich in beneficial minerals, sesame seeds provide significant health benefits.
Not only are sesame seeds an excellent source of copper and a very good source of manganese,
but they are also a good source of calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc,
molybdenum, selenium, and dietary fiber.
In addition to these important nutrients, sesame seeds contain two unique substances: sesamin
and sesamolin.
Both of these substances belong to a group of special beneficial fibers called lignans, and have
been shown to have a cholesterol-lowering effect in humans, and to prevent high blood pressure
and increase vitamin E supplies in animals.
Sesamin has also been found to protect the liver from oxidative damage.
The rich assortment of minerals in sesame seeds translates into the following health benefits:
*Helps prevents cancer with it’s anti-cancer compounds i.e. phytic acid, magnesium, phytosterols
*Copper provides relief for Rheumatoid Arthritis
*Magnesium supports vascular and respiratory health
*Calcium helps prevent colon cancer, osteoporosis, migraine and PMS
*Zinc supports bone health and density
*Sesame seeds’ phytosterols lower cholesterol
*Supports healthy skin and hair
*Protects from radiation damage to DNA
*Helps prevent diabetes, and more…
Think about these benefits as you drink a rich, creamy glass of homemade
sesame seed milk.
DIY Organic Sesame Seed Milk
Ingredients
1 cup organic sesame seeds, soaked for 6 hours
1/4 teaspoon organic alcohol free vanilla extract
6 organic dates, pitted and soaked with 4 cups filtered water (3 hours)
Directions
Soaking seeds and nuts in filtered water releases and enzyme inhibitors and makes them
easier to digest.
Sesame seeds should be soaked for at least six hours before using them.
Strain, then rinse,the soaked sesame seeds.
Add all of the ingredients to your blender. I used a Vitamix blender.
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Strain your nut milk mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth for a smoother milk, if you prefer.
(I like to use the unstrained nut milk as a base for smoothies and salad dressings.)
Serve chilled.
Drink up and enjoy.
Please note: Although high in nutrients, sesame seeds and sesame oil are a serious allergen
to some people, including infants.
Individuals who have food allergies and/or are allergic to different types of nuts such as
peanuts, walnuts, etc. should avoid sesame seeds consumption as it can lead to an allergic
reaction, thereby resulting in other medical complications.
Hence, such individuals should always check the labels to verify the presence of sesame seeds
in food items.
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i never knew there was such a thing as sesame seed milk, that sounds delicious! I have to try it!
Hi Rachel,
Yes, it is similar to almond milk, and made the same way! Hope you try it!
Sesame milk Deborah? That’s a new one (and much cheaper than nut milk)! How very exciting… off to soak my sesames…
Yes, it’s healthy, delicious and quick to make. Hope you enjoy it too!
i have made almond and cashew milk, but have not thought of sesame milk. I’m going to have to give it a try! Thanks for sharing on the healthy living link party!
You learn something new everyday!!! Thanks for sharing at My Flagstaff Home.
Jennifer
I have never had sesame milk before but I do love tahini and use it quite regularly. I will be keeping a tab on this, the combination of dates, vanilla and sesame seeds sounds so yummy!
Hi Shreyashi,
I am so delighted that you found this of of interest. The dates are a great whole food sweetener. I hope you try this!
Hi Deborah,
I had never heard of Sesame milk before – very interesting & its sounds easy to make and healthy. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.
Thank you, Marla. It is quite delicious and nutrient-rich. I hope you try it! Thanks for pinning and tweeting! I appreciate it!
I’m not surprised sesame milk is a thing but I never would have thought to make it. I love to make homemade nutbutters.
Delicious I love making nuts and seed milk at home from scratch. Thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop. pinning and tweeting.
Hi Swathi,
What types of nut and seed milks do you make? I love your recipes! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me. I appreciate it.
I have never thought of making a dairy-free milk with sesame seeds. How clever! It must lend a good flavour. I like your idea of making the milk with vanilla & dates to make it a nice, sweet treat.
I avoid straining my “milks” whenever possible, which is probably why I make hempseed milk so often, but I’ll try sesame seed milk without straining it for my smoothies. Yum!
I am a bit confused. What does “Strain the rinse the soaked sesame seeds.” mean?
I see a liquid in the blender but I am not sure where you got it from. Thanks.
That’s a good question, Jessy. I meant “Strain, then rinse, the soaked sesame seeds.” Thanks for catching that. I appreciate it.