Lemon Herb Tahini
Bursting with zesty citrus and vibrant herbs, Lemon Herb Tahini is a versatile and flavorful sauce that elevates any dish it accompanies. This creamy blend of rich tahini, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and aromatic parsley and dill delivers the perfect balance of nutty richness and refreshing tang. Enhanced with a hint of garlic, salt, and black pepper, it’s effortless to prepare in just 10 minutes and requires no cooking. Serve it as a salad dressing, a healthy vegetable dip, or a sandwich spread, and let its bright, natural flavors shine. With its simple ingredients and endless serving possibilities, Lemon Herb Tahini is a go-to recipe for health-conscious food lovers seeking to add a Mediterranean-inspired flair to their meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 unit garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine tahini and lemon juice. Stir well until the mixture thickens.
Gradually add water to the tahini and lemon mixture, stirring continuously to maintain a smooth consistency.
Whisk in the olive oil, ensuring it integrates thoroughly with the other ingredients.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, and minced garlic to the tahini mixture. Stir until the herbs and garlic are evenly distributed.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste as needed.
Taste the sauce, and optionally adjust with additional lemon juice or herbs according to your preference.
Transfer the lemon herb tahini to a serving bowl or a storage container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the lemon herb tahini as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a spread for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1319 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9295 mg | 715% | |
| Iron | 42858.2 mg | 238101% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
