Tahini Sauce

Elevate your dishes with this tantalizing tahini sauce recipe—a creamy, nutty blend of tahini paste, bright lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of ground cumin. This versatile sauce takes just 5 minutes to prepare and can be customized to your ideal consistency, whether you prefer a thick, dreamy dip or a light drizzle for salads, roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or grain bowls. With the addition of olive oil and simple seasonings, this recipe achieves a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Garnish with paprika or parsley for a pop of color and enjoy an authentic Mediterranean staple that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Store any leftovers for up to five days, making it a great meal-prep condiment that’s ready to transform your meals. Keywords: tahini sauce, Mediterranean recipes, creamy dip, sesame paste dressing, quick homemade condiments.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch paprika or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the tahini and fresh lemon juice.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture thoroughly until it thickens and turns creamy.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix well to combine the flavors.

Step 4

Slowly add water, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk. Adjust the water amount until you reach your desired consistency (thicker for a dip, thinner for a drizzle).

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed to suit your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the tahini sauce to a serving bowl and garnish with a pinch of paprika or fresh parsley if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	353.1 grams (353.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1564

Total Fat 143.90g	184%
Saturated Fat 19.80g	99%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1458mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 53.80g	20%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 1.60g
Protein 42.20g	84%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1050mg	81%
Iron 22mg	121%
Potassium 1039mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 12.8%