155 sunflower seed recipes

Sunflower seed bannock (Missiiagan-Pakwejigan) from Mohawk tradition, made by simmering and crushing sunflower seeds into a paste with corn flour, then pan-frying into flatbreads.

Those who enjoy an instant cup of broth but are dismayed by the use of flavor enhancers and the abundance of salt in commercial brands may welcome the chance to make their own soup mix.

Inagami-pakwejigan is a traditional Ojibway soft cornstarch porridge served warm with margarine and sunflower seeds. A simple, gluten-free Native American dish ready in 15 minutes.

Rustic whole wheat loaf packed with sunflower, sesame, and pumpkin seeds, sweetened with a touch of golden syrup. Crusty outside, nutty and dense inside. Proper homemade bread.

Poulsbo bread is a Pacific Northwest 7-grain bread machine loaf with whole wheat, molasses, buttermilk, and toasted sunflower seeds. A copycat of the famous Poulsbo bakery loaf from Washington's Sluys Bakery.

Homemade sunflower seed milk blended with banana, sorghum, or raisins for natural sweetness. A dairy-free, nut-free plant milk you can make in 7 minutes with just a blender.

Vegetarian peanut butter rice casserole with sunflower seeds, shallots, and herbs. A simple baked dish with a blended peanut sauce over brown rice, ready in 35 minutes.

This colorful, no-bake casserole combines al dente elbow macaroni with tender chicken (or tofu), a medley of crunchy vegetables, and nutty sunflower seeds, all coated in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It’s a versatile, make-ahead dish ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick family meal, bursting with fresh flavors and textures.

Kiwi health bread packed with sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, poppy seeds, and caraway in a half whole wheat dough sweetened with honey and molasses. Makes 3 hearty loaves.

Hot oatmeal with raisins, cinnamon, and sunflower seeds, ready in 15 minutes. A no-sugar-added, diabetic-friendly breakfast topped with milk or yogurt for a wholesome start.

Whole wheat millet oatmeal bread with sunflower seeds and sucanat. A hearty, multigrain yeast bread with a tender crumb from cooked millet folded into the dough.

Homemade Swiss breakfast muesli mixes rolled oats with cinnamon, raisins, apricots, dates, almonds and sunflower seeds. Make a big batch and cook a hot, high-fiber bowl in minutes any morning.

No-bake sesame seed bars with peanut butter, honey, coconut, sunflower seeds, and carob. Freeze, slice, and grab for a crunchy, wholesome snack packed with seeds and nuts.

Homemade Cracker Jacks with toasted peanuts, pecans, almonds, coconut, and seeds tossed in raw honey-coated popcorn. A wholesome nutty snack ready in 15 minutes.

Lima beans with jalapeno, sunflower seeds, tomato, onion, and fresh cilantro. A quick, low-calorie plant-based side dish with some heat and crunch.

No-bake fruit and nut energy balls with dates, raisins, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and cocoa powder. A naturally sweetened snack with no added sugar, ready in 10 minutes.