This simple tahini dressing is ready in just a few minutes, packed with flavor, and can be used as delicious dressing, dip, or sauce for tons of meals! All you need is just 5 base ingredients and several seasonings for this dairy-free, gluten-free lemon tahini sauce recipe!
Onion powder, black pepper, cuminto taste (optional)
Fresh chopped parsley or chivesto garnish
Instructions
Watch the video in the post for visual instructions.Add the tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, Dijon mustard (if using), minced garlic, and sea salt to a medium bowl and whisk to combine.The tahini may thicken up/clump when it's combined with lemon juice or the first bit of water. Don't worry, this is normal and will be fixed with more water.
Gradually add 40 ml of water and continue to whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Add a little more water for a thinner dressing.
Taste it and add more salt, lemon juice, or maple syrup if preferred. This dressing is perfect for falafel, salads, tacos, and finger food like onion rings.
Notes
Make sure to use smooth tahini (which is pourable).
I also love adding a pinch of smoked paprika, onion powder, and sometimes even a pinch of cumin. Feel free to also add a little black pepper and/or cayenne pepper, or hot sauce for some heat!
Nutrition Facts
Tahini Dressing
Serving Size
1 tbsp
Amount per Serving
Calories
56
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
5
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.