Description
Sunflower seeds are a good or excellent source of nearly a dozen essential vitamins and minerals, two of them being zinc and selenium. Zinc is an integral part of the immune system, as it mayhelps both to develop and maintain proper function of immune cells.
Sunflower seeds are harvested from the flower head of the sunflower plant. While the seed itself is encased in a black and white striped shell, sunflower seeds are white and have a tender texture. Known for their distinct nutty flavor and high nutritional value, you can eat the seeds raw, roasted, or incorporated into other dishes.
You can also eat sunflower seeds in a variety of dishes.
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- Sprinkle on top of a salad
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- Add to trail mix
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- Stir into oatmeal
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- Sprinkle over stir fry or mixed vegetables
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- Add to veggie burgers
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- Mix into baked goods
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- Use sunflower butter in place of peanut butter
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- Cook with sunflower oil instead of other oils
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