Mock Tahini
Transform your pantry staples into a creamy, nut-free delight with this quick and easy Mock Tahini recipe! Using toasted sunflower seeds as the foundation, this clever alternative to traditional tahini is rich, nutty, and packed with flavor—all in just 10 minutes. Blended with olive oil, bright lemon juice, and a touch of garlic powder, it’s the perfect solution for anyone seeking allergy-friendly or budget-conscious substitutions without sacrificing authenticity. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables, stirred into hummus, or used as a salad dressing base, this versatile spread is proof that simple ingredients can create big, bold flavors. Plus, it’s refrigerator-friendly, staying fresh for up to a week. If you’ve been searching for a homemade tahini substitute, look no further and give this nutritious recipe a whirl!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3-4 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Toast the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Allow the toasted sunflower seeds to cool completely before proceeding.
Add the cooled sunflower seeds to a food processor or high-speed blender and pulse until they start to break down into a coarse meal.
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and 3 tablespoons of water to the food processor or blender.
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the mixture is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the mock tahini to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.8 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 50.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 597 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*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.
