Sesame is easy enough to avoid in most kitchens, but it has a sneaky way of showing up in unexpected places—tahini in dressings, sesame oil in marinades, seeds sprinkled on top. The good news is that banana-based recipes are naturally a great fit for a sesame-free lifestyle, since the flavor profile rarely calls for it in the first place. Fig has rounded up sesame-free banana recipes so you can enjoy everything from smoothies to baked goods without having to scrutinize every ingredient label.














