Superfood Sesame Bars

This simple recipe draws on ingredients historically used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support liver blood and kidney essence. The combination of black sesame seeds, walnuts, and goji berries makes it a portable, nutrient-dense snack.

By Jamie Sidor, DACM, LAc | Experience Life

Makes12 bars
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 to 10 minutes to toast the nuts and seeds

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup black sesame seeds
½ cup tahini (any variety)
½ cup dried goji berries
½ cup dried black mulberries
4 tbs. raw honey
2 tsp. sea salt

Directions

STEP 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spread the walnuts and sesame seeds in a single layer on a sheet pan.

STEP 2

Toast the nuts and seeds for five to 10 minutes, until they’re fragrant and the walnuts are lightly browned.

STEP 3

Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir until combined.

STEP 4

Line a baking dish with parchment paper, then scrape the mixture into the dish and use a second sheet of parchment to press it firmly into an even layer.

STEP 5

Cover and refrigerate for two to three hours, until firm. Slice into squares and enjoy.

Nutritional information

Photographer: Terry Brennan. Food stylist: Betsy Nelson.

By Jamie Sidor, DACM, LAc

Jamie Sidor, DACM, LAc, is a licensed acupuncturist and doctor of Chinese medicine

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