Tahini Yogurt Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings (~ 1 1/4 cups)
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Calories
101 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Description
This Tahini Yogurt Sauce combines full-fat Greek yogurt with tahini, freshly squeezed lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. The ingredients are whisked together until smooth and well combined, producing a creamy sauce with a subtle nutty undertone from the tahini and a fresh citrus brightness from the lemon juice. The garlic and cumin add gentle pungency and warmth without overpowering the base flavors.
The resulting sauce has a luscious texture that coats food easily, suitable for drizzling over grilled meats or vegetables, serving as a dip for fresh veggies, or spreading on sandwiches and burgers. The bright notes from lemon and garlic balance the rich creaminess of yogurt and tahini, creating a flavorful yet mild sauce.
If a thicker consistency is desired, Greek yogurt can be strained overnight in cheesecloth-lined colanders to remove excess liquid before combining with other ingredients. The sauce is best consumed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and shaken before use to redistribute ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat
- 3 tablespoons tahini stirred well
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until combined.
- Taste for seasoning and add in more if you like.
Notes
- For thicker sauce, strain the Greek yogurt overnight using cheesecloth in a colander placed over a bowl in the fridge.
- This sauce is freshest when made the same day but can be kept in an airtight jar in the fridge and shaken before serving the next day.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (~ 1 1/4 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 101kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 604mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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