Lemon Tahini Dressing
This creamy lemon tahini dressing is smooth, tangy, and nutty with bright citrus flavor. It is perfect for falafel wraps, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, salads, and sandwiches.
Servings 8 Servings
Calories: 91kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup tahini paste
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 6 tablespoons cold water adjust for consistency
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl small
- Whisk or fork
- Microplane or zester
- Rubber Spatula optional
- Mason Jar 16-ounce (1 cup)
Instructions
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- In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini paste, lemon juice, and lemon zest until thick and slightly stiff. Slowly whisk in the cold water a little at a time until the dressing becomes smooth and pourable. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
Yield: 1 cup Servings: 8 Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Texture Adjustment Guide
- Thicker sauce (for wraps or dipping): Use 4 tablespoons of water.
- Pourable dressing (for salads): Use 6 tablespoons of water.
- Extra-light drizzle (for bowls): add up to 8 tablespoons of water.
Nutrition
Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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