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Easy Homemade Tahini Sauce – Creamy, Garlic & Lemon Dressing

Learn how to make the perfect creamy Tahini sauce at home! This easy, 5-minute recipe uses raw tahini, fresh lemon, and garlic for a rich, Mediterranean flavor. It’s the ultimate healthy vegan dip or dressing for roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, and fresh salads. Smooth, nutty, and perfectly balanced.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Dip, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raw tahini
  • 1 garlic clove crushed (for a milder, balanced flavor)
  • 3/4 cup cold water adjust to reach your desired consistency
  • Juice of 1/2 medium lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley optional, for a fresh herbal touch

Method
 

  1. 1. In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, garlic, water, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  2. 2. Stir in parsley if using.
  3. 3. Taste and adjust: add a little more tahini to thicken or more water to thin.
  4. 4. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
Drizzle over fresh vegetables or salad, use as a dip for warm pita bread, or as a sauce for grilled meats. Its creamy, nutty flavor adds a delicious Middle Eastern touch to any meal!