Citrus Tahini
Elevate your meals with the zesty and creamy goodness of Citrus Tahini, a vibrant twist on traditional tahini sauce. This quick and easy recipe combines nutty sesame paste with the bright flavors of fresh lemon and orange juice, a hint of maple syrup for natural sweetness, and a touch of aromatic cumin. Accented by grated citrus zest and mellowed with olive oil, this versatile sauce strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables, tossed with salads, or used as a flavorful dip, Citrus Tahini brings a burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor to any dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a must-have recipe for anyone seeking bold, wholesome condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 3 tbsp water (as needed for thinning)
- 0.5 tsp grated orange zest
- 0.25 tsp grated lemon zest
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the tahini, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice.
Whisk the mixture until it begins to combine and thicken.
Add the olive oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, sea salt, ground cumin, orange zest, and lemon zest to the bowl.
Continue whisking until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Slowly add water, one tablespoon at a time, while whisking, until the desired consistency is reached. For a thicker dip, use less water; for a thinner dressing, add more.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, citrus juice, or maple syrup to suit your preference.
Transfer the Citrus Tahini to a serving dish or jar, and serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2464 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
