Seed Oil Free Smoky Paprika & Turmeric Tahini Bites
These little no-bake bites pack a serious flavor punch, layering smoky paprika, warm turmeric, and earthy cumin into every chewy, satisfying mouthful. The base is built on rolled oats and tahini — both naturally free of industrially processed seed oils — with extra virgin olive oil rounding out the fat profile in the cleanest way possible. That matters more than it sounds, because so many grab-and-go snacks and energy balls on store shelves are loaded with canola, sunflower, or soybean oil hiding in plain sight on the label. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and intentional. The honey brings just enough sweetness to balance the bold spice blend, while ground flaxseed adds a subtle nuttiness and helps bind everything together without any fuss. Rolling them in sesame seeds before chilling gives the outside a satisfying little crunch that makes them feel genuinely snack-worthy rather than just virtuous. A quick 30 minutes in the refrigerator is all it takes before they're ready to eat straight from the tray.
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12 servings
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp water, as needed
For serving
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cumin, black pepper, and sea salt to a large mixing bowl and stir until the spices are evenly distributed through the oats.
- 2
Add the tahini, honey, and olive oil to the bowl and stir until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms. If the mixture is too dry to hold together when pressed, add water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition, until the dough holds its shape when squeezed.
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