Tahini Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Tahini Sauce
20 min.
5
244kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your meals with a creamy, nutty flavor, look no further than this delightful Tahini Sauce. Perfect for drizzling over salads, roasted vegetables, or even as a dip for fresh pita, this versatile sauce is a must-have in any kitchen. Not only is it vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.

The star of this recipe is tahini, a Middle Eastern sesame paste that adds a rich, nutty depth to the sauce. Combined with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of cumin, this sauce bursts with flavor while remaining light and healthy. With only 244 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free, knowing that you're nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.

Whether you're drizzling it over a vibrant grain bowl, using it as a dressing for a crisp salad, or simply enjoying it as a dip, this Tahini Sauce is sure to impress. Plus, it can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a sauce that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup water 
  •  garlic clove 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon parsley fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt to taste fine
  • 0.5 cup tahini (Middle Eastern sesame paste)
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Mince garlic, then mash to a paste with sea salt.
  2. Whisk together garlic paste and remaining ingredients until combined well.
  3. · Tahini sauce can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein6.78%
Fat82.67%
Carbs10.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.8
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.5547827041667%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.79mg
Hesperetin
2.35mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
1.73mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.6kcal
12.18%
Fat:23.6g
36.3%
Saturated Fat:3.28g
20.51%
Carbohydrates:6.78g
2.26%
Net Carbohydrates:5.54g
2.01%
Sugar:0.43g
0.48%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:242.77mg
10.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.35g
8.71%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.95%
Copper:0.4mg
19.85%
Phosphorus:193.74mg
19.37%
Vitamin K:19.9µg
18.95%
Selenium:8.45µg
12.07%
Vitamin C:8.77mg
10.63%
Vitamin E:1.59mg
10.61%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.64%
Iron:1.27mg
7.08%
Folate:28.08µg
7.02%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.96%
Magnesium:24.99mg
6.25%
Fiber:1.24g
4.96%
Calcium:39.68mg
3.97%
Potassium:138.52mg
3.96%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.98%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.99%
Vitamin A:91.22IU
1.82%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.38%
Source:Epicurious