Creamy Harissa Dressing

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4.9

93 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    75 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Creamy Harissa Dressing

Creamy Harissa Dressing blends tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and harissa seasoning into a thick, tangy, and mildly spicy sauce. The addition of water adjusts the consistency for drizzling or dipping, creating a flavorful dressing with Middle Eastern influence and a balance of heat, creaminess, and citrus brightness.

Description

This dressing starts by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, and maple syrup to form a smooth base with rich, nutty, and sweet elements. Fresh grated or minced garlic is added for pungency, while harissa—a North African dried chili blend—introduces heat and aromatic spices. Water is incorporated to thin the mixture to the preferred pourable consistency.

The resulting dressing has a creamy texture that complements salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled dishes. Seasoning with fine sea salt rounds out the flavors, and adjusting the amount of harissa or sweetness allows personalization to taste.

Stored refrigerated, the harissa dressing maintains its flavor and texture for up to four days, making it convenient for preparing meals in advance.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
  • 1 medium clove garlic grated or minced
  • 3 to 4 teaspoons harissa dried blend
  • 2 to 3 Tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the tahini, lemon juice, and maple syrup in a bowl, and whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the garlic, 3 teaspoons harissa seasoning, 1 tablespoon water, and salt, and whisk again. For a thinner consistency add another tablespoon or two of water.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more harissa or sweetness if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Refrigerate the harissa dressing and use within four days for best flavor and freshness.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 2tablespoon Calories 75kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 400mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 75 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoon
Calories 75kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 400mg 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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