Mediterranean Diet Roasted Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salads and grain bowls with this Mediterranean Diet Roasted Sesame Dressing, a creamy and flavorful blend designed to impress. With roasted sesame seeds as its star ingredient, this dressing boasts a nutty undertone complemented by the richness of tahini and extra virgin olive oil. Fresh lemon juice brings a zesty brightness, while honey adds just the right touch of natural sweetness. A hint of garlic, sea salt, and black pepper tie the flavors together for a perfectly balanced drizzle. Ready in under 15 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is not only quick but versatile—serve it as a dip, marinade, or a dressing for fresh greens. Ideal for those embracing the Mediterranean diet, this dressing is gluten-free, beginner-friendly, and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Make your salads unforgettable with this homemade, tangy-sweet sesame dressing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 quarter cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the sesame seeds.
Toast the sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the sesame seeds cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted sesame seeds, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, honey, peeled garlic clove, sea salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the water gradually, and blend again until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust the amount of water for your desired thickness.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice for tanginess or more honey for sweetness.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week. Shake well before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.2 g | 323% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1205 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2336 mg | 180% | |
| Iron | 10715.7 mg | 59532% | |
| Potassium | 240 mg | 5% | |
*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.
