Yogurt Tahina Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this creamy and tangy Yogurt Tahina Sauce—a versatile condiment that’s as effortless to make as it is delicious. Combining the rich nuttiness of tahini with the refreshing tang of plain yogurt and a bright burst of fresh lemon juice, this sauce is perfectly balanced with hints of garlic and warming cumin. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's an ideal addition to your table as a drizzle over roasted vegetables, a dip for warm pita, or a refreshing dressing for salads and grain bowls. The optional touch of fresh parsley or cilantro adds a vibrant herbal finish, making it a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors. Plus, this recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be easily adjusted for your preferred consistency—silky smooth and spoonable every time. Perfect for meal preps, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to three days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 0.25 cup Tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2-3 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain yogurt and tahini.
Mix the yogurt and tahini together until smooth. It may appear thick initially but will loosen as you add the remaining ingredients.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice, grated or minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Gradually add 2-3 tablespoons of water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring after each addition, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. The sauce should be creamy but pourable.
If using fresh parsley or cilantro, stir it in for added freshness and flavor.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic to suit your preference.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir well before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1422 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
