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The Best Tahini Sauce Recipe

This lemony and tangy condiment can be used as a salad dressing or drizzled over falafel, shawarma, and kofta kebabs.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 45 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Israeli

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons tahini paste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ cup water or more, as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Method 1: Using a Blender
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  1. Add 4 tablespoons of tahini paste and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice to a blender.
  2. Start the blender on low speed and gradually pour in ¼ cup of water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Stop the blender and season the tahini sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasonings.
  4. Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar. Let the flavors meld for 10-15 minutes, and it's ready to serve. Use it as a dip or drizzle over dishes.
Method 2: Using a Bowl or Jar
  1. In a bowl or jar, combine 4 tablespoons of tahini paste and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  2. Gradually add ¼ cup of water while stirring vigorously with a fork or whisk. Continue until you achieve a smooth consistency.
  3. Season the tahini sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.
  4. Cover the bowl or jar and let the flavors meld for about 10-15 minutes. Your tahini sauce is now ready to enjoy. Use it as a dip or drizzle over your favorite dishes. Remember to give it a good stir before each use, as it may naturally separate over time.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoon Calories 45kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 36mg (1%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 0.05g (0%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoon
Calories 45kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 36mg 1%
Fiber 0.4g 2%
Sugar 0.05g 0%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

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

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