Low Carb Lemon Tahini Dressing
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this luscious Low Carb Lemon Tahini Dressing—an irresistible blend of creamy, nutty tahini and vibrant lemon juice that’s perfectly balanced by a hint of garlic and warm cumin spice. This quick-and-easy dressing takes only 10 minutes to prepare, featuring wholesome ingredients like olive oil for added richness and black pepper for a subtle kick. Perfect for keto and low-carb diets, its smooth, velvety texture is achieved through careful whisking and gradual emulsification, creating a simple yet sophisticated condiment that complements any savory dish. Store this versatile dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week, and give it a quick stir before serving to enjoy its bright, tangy, and satisfying flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Tahini
- 0.25 cup Lemon Juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cumin
Instructions
Peel the garlic clove and mince finely.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the tahini and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Slowly add the water, a tablespoon at a time, while continuously stirring to maintain a creamy consistency.
Gradually drizzle in the olive oil, whisking the mixture to emulsify the dressing.
Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Whisk together until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to achieve the desired flavor.
Transfer the finished dressing to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Stir or shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1087 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.2 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9278 mg | 714% | |
| Iron | 42857.9 mg | 238099% | |
| Potassium | 567 mg | 12% | |
*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.
