Orange and Tahini Dressing
Brighten up your salads, grain bowls, or roasted veggies with this luscious Orange and Tahini Dressing—a quick and easy recipe that packs a punch of flavor in just 5 minutes! Featuring the zesty sweetness of fresh orange juice, the nutty creaminess of tahini, and a hint of maple syrup for natural sweetness, this versatile dressing is balanced by tangy lemon juice and the warm depth of minced garlic. A touch of olive oil adds richness, while a pinch of salt and pepper enhances every note. Perfect for Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, or plant-based dishes, this smooth and creamy dressing can be customized with a splash of water to achieve the ideal consistency. Whether you're drizzling it over fresh greens or using it as a dip, this orange and tahini dressing is a healthy, homemade alternative that’s sure to elevate your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 unit Garlic clove, minced
- 2 teaspoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, tahini, and olive oil.
Add the lemon juice, minced garlic, and maple syrup to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the salt and ground black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If it seems too thick, gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Shake or stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 2678.6 mg | 14881% | |
| Potassium | 58 mg | 1% | |
*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.
