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Lemon Tahini Sauce

Easy Lemon Tahini Sauce

This lemon tahini dressing is creamy, smooth, and full of bright lemon flavor. It’s quick to make and perfect for salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cup
Calories 992 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup or honey optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin optional

Instructions
 

  • Whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt in a bowl.
  • Slowly add warm water, whisking until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • If the dressing thickens in the fridge, stir in a small splash of warm water before serving.
  • Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  • If using maple syrup, use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 992kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 21gFat: 92gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 31gMonounsaturated Fat: 45gSodium: 1209mgPotassium: 639mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 187mgIron: 6mg
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