Quick Easy Tahini Sauce
Elevate your meals in just minutes with this Quick Easy Tahini Sauce—an irresistibly creamy and versatile recipe that’s perfect for drizzling, dipping, or dressing! Made with simple pantry staples like nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic, this silky sauce is ready in just 5 minutes and can be customized to your taste with a pinch of ground cumin. The secret to its luscious texture lies in whisking the tahini and lemon juice until they thicken, then gradually adding water for perfect consistency. Ideal for pairing with roasted veggies, grain bowls, salads, or falafel, this dairy-free and vegan-friendly sauce is a must-have in any kitchen. Save leftovers in the fridge for up to a week, and enjoy a burst of flavor anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the tahini and lemon juice.
Whisk the mixture vigorously until it thickens slightly.
Add the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin (if using). Whisk to combine.
Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. You may not need the entire 1/4 cup.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir well before using, as the sauce may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 593 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 14 mg | 0% | |
*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.
