Creamy Vegan Buddha Bowl Dressing
User Reviews
4.9
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
74 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Creamy Vegan Buddha Bowl Dressing
Description
The dressing uses tahini as a base, which provides a rich, nutty flavor. Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the flavor with citrus acidity, balanced by maple syrup for sweetness and sesame oil for depth. Salt enhances overall taste. Blending the ingredients until smooth creates a creamy texture, while added water adjusts thickness to desired levels.
This sauce is versatile and easy to make, typically served on Buddha bowls, salads, or as a dip for vegan wraps and fritters. Its balance of tang, sweetness, and savory notes adds interest without overpowering other ingredients.
Cook's tips include storing the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to seven days. The thickness varies with tahini paste brand and amount of water added. Substituting lime juice for lemon or olive oil for sesame oil provides variation. The recipe also suggests other vegan dressings to explore.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup tahini paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon water + more if needed (up to 1/3 cup)
Instructions
- Add tahini paste, lemon juice, maple syrup, sesame oil and salt in a cup of a food processor or blender and blend until smooth, gradually adding water. Use the sauce for Buddha bowls, salads, falafel and more. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days.
- Adjust water gradually to reach your preferred consistency depending on tahini paste thickness.
- Use the dressing on Buddha bowls, salads, or as a dip for vegan wraps and fritters.
- Substitute lime juice for lemon juice or olive oil for sesame oil to vary the flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 74 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 74kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.