Description
Tahini dressing is a creamy, nutty, and versatile sauce made from sesame paste, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Perfect for salads, grain bowls, wraps, and roasted veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, grated or minced
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt until combined.
- Slowly add cold water, whisking continuously, until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
- Stir in cumin and maple syrup if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
Notes
- Use high-quality tahini for best flavor and texture.
- If the dressing thickens in the fridge, stir in a splash of water to loosen.
- Customize with herbs, spices, or chili for added flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg