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Lemon tahini dressing in a mason jar.

Best Lemon Tahini Dressing

Justine Drosdovech
This lemon tahini dressing is ultra creamy, zesty, and nutty! It's ready in less than 5 minutes, simple to whip up, and goes on just about everything.
5 from 30 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dressing, Sauce
Cuisine Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Vegan
Servings 16 servings
Calories 32 kcal

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
 

  • cup runny tahini
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Sea salt to taste
  • ¼ cup water to thin

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon, and lemon juice until well combined.
  • While continuing to whisk, slowly add in water until your desired consistency is achieved. We use ¼ cup total, but you may need more or less depending on the tahini you're using.
  • Season with sea salt to taste. Add lemon juice for more tartness, maple syrup for sweetness, or garlic for more of a bite.
  • Serve over salads, grain bowls, roasted veggies, falafel pitas, and more. Happy eating!

Notes

Use runny tahini: Runny tahini blends more easily with other ingredients, giving the dressing a smoother, creamier consistency.
Fresh ingredients: For the best flavors, ensure you’re using fresh lemon and garlic.
Add water slowly: Prevent a runny dressing by slowly incorporating the water while continuously whisking the mixture.
Customize add-ins: Experiment with spices or herbs like cumin, paprika, or parsley for a unique twist.
I use ¼ cup of water, but you may need more or less depending on your tahini brand.
Nutritional information is a rough estimate and should not be taken as health advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.5g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 2.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 47.8mg | Potassium: 7.2mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 0.9g | Vitamin C: 2.7mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.06mg
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