Easy Tahini Sauce
Easy Tahini Sauce is a creamy, nutty, lemony dressing made with just a few pantry staples. This quick, vegan, and gluten-free tahini sauce is perfect for salads, roasted vegetables, wraps, grain bowls, and more. It’s versatile, customizable, and ready in 5 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: ~3/4 cup
- Category: Sauce, Dip
- Method: Whisk
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 1/4 cup warm water (plus more as needed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: pinch of cumin or cayenne pepper for added flavor
Instructions
- Whisk the Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. The mixture will likely thicken at this stage.
- Add Warm Water Slowly: Gradually whisk in warm water a little at a time until the sauce becomes smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency based on use.
- Adjust Flavor: Taste and add more lemon juice, salt, or optional spices like cumin or cayenne to suit your preferences.
- Serve or Store: Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir in a splash of warm water to loosen if thickened.
Notes
- Add fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or dill for a green tahini variation.
- Make it spicy with sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- For a sweet-savory combo, add a touch of maple syrup and serve with roasted veggies.
- Use roasted garlic for a deeper, caramelized flavor.
- Best served at room temperature or chilled—no need to reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/easy-tahini-sauce/
