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    Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing

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    This Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing is the perfect tahini sauce. Use it on salads, sandwiches or veggie burgers, on top of Buddha bowls, or as a dip on veggie platters.

    Lemon tahini dressing in two jars on white table with lemons and greens.

    This vegan lemon tahini sauce is one dressing that gets made quite in a bit in my home. We usually make different variations depending on the dish, bowl, or sandwich we intend to use it on. But, this basic version is so good it deserves a moment in the spotlight.

    This super simple Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing is bright and electric when it comes to flavor. And, it’s great over any of your favorite salad greens. It has become our salad dressing of choice. But, honestly, anything is good with this tahini sauce poured over the top!

    Ready? Check it out!

    Table of Contents

    • What Is Tahini?
    • Where To Buy Tahini
    • How To Make Lemon Tahini Dressing
    • What Goes With Lemon Tahini Dressing?
    • Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing

    What Is Tahini?

    Tahini is a paste that’s made from sesame seeds. You tend to see it used primarily in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern recipes. Tahini has an earthy, bitter flavor on its own. But, it’s great when mixed with lemon and other spices. The most common place you find this is hummus.

    However, tahini is also very versatile and works well in dessert recipes. Check these out…

    • Vegan Lemon Bars with Spiced Tahini Caramel by Vegan 8
    • Chocolate Tahini Cookies (oil-free) by Vegan Richa
    • Big Sesame Tahini Cookies by Beaming Baker
    • Vegan Chocolate Tahini Ice Cream by Vegan 8

    Tahini is 100% vegan, plant-based, and gluten free. And, it’s great if you are following a Paleo, keto, or Whole 30 diet. So, as you can see, tahini is pretty versatile.

    Where To Buy Tahini

    International markets are great places to buy tahini, which is where I buy mine because the prices are usually much better. But, it should be available in your local grocery store in the international aisle or by the nut butter.

    If you can’t find it in a local store you can always purchase it online.

    Salad on wooden plate with tahini dressing in bottle

    Buy Here: Tahini, 2 16-ounce jars

    How To Make Lemon Tahini Dressing

    This Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing recipe is so easy to make. It requires only 1-bowl, 3 ingredients (5 if you count the water and salt), and is ready in about 5 minutes.

    So, let’s make it.

    Start by adding ½ cup of tahini, ¼ cup of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of garlic powder to a small bowl and mix together. The mixture will initially be very thick. Now, begin to add the water and whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Salt to taste and then serve.

    And, YOU’RE DONE!

    Lemon tahini dressing on white table with greens and lemons.

    What Goes With Lemon Tahini Dressing?

    • Quinoa Chipotle Bowl
    • Roasted Asparagus
    • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    • Buddha Bowl

    This Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing is…

    • Vegan
    • Gluten free
    • Rich
    • Creamy
    • Easy to make
    • Plant-based
    • Versatile
    • Delicious

    If you are looking for more oil-free salad dressings be sure and check out my Vegan Ranch Dressing and Vegan Honey Mustard.

    Two jars of garlicky lemon tahini dressing on a table with lemon and salad leaves.

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    Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing

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    This Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing is the perfect tahini sauce. Use it on salads, sandwiches or veggie burgers, on top of Buddha bowls, or as a dip on veggie platters.

    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 8 servings 1x

    Ingredients

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    • ½ cup tahini
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • 1 Tbsp garlic powder
    • ¼ cup warm water
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    1. Add the tahini, lemon juice, and garlic powder to a small bowl. Begin adding the water and whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy. If your tahini sauce is thick add a little more water and whisk unitl its smooth and you get the consistency you desire.
    2. Serve over salads; use as a condiment on veggie burgers and sandwiches; or pour over roasted and steamed veggies. Really, there’s no wrong way to use it.

    Equipment

    Tahini

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    8oz. Mason Jars

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    Cuisinart Food Processor

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    Notes

    Leftover lemon tahini dressing will keep for a month in the fridge in a sealed container. It will get thicker so add a little water and stir when you get ready to use it.

    Be sure and use a really good tahini that is fairly creamy because it’s easier to mix. If your tahini is hard and chunky add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor in order to mix everything.

    • Author: Shane Martin
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Salads & Dressings
    • Cuisine: Vegan
    • Diet: Vegan

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 2 Tbsp
    • Calories: 47
    • Sugar: 0.1 g
    • Sodium: 112.3 mg
    • Fat: 4 g
    • Carbohydrates: 2.3 g
    • Fiber: 0.4 g
    • Protein: 1.4 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    Comments

    1. Diane Tzannos Miletti

      June 07, 2022 at 10:27 am

      I make this recipe often. It is the best . I also warm it lightly and use it as a sauce over organic brown rice.
      Shane as always your recipes are to perfection. Thank you so much for sharing.
      Diane M

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Teri

      February 07, 2022 at 12:50 pm

      We just made this for our lunch salad, it is
      our new favorite! Its good! Thanks Shane! 😇Teri

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Naomi

      July 03, 2020 at 4:56 pm

      Absolutely delicious! And so easy to make. Thank you!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Sarah

      March 19, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      The most delicious dressing I didn’t know I needed in my life… I used a small clove of garlic instead of the powder, threw everything a little blender and thanked the universe for you. Your tahini sauces are ALL wonderful. They’re a very bright spot in what otherwise might be a pretty bleak time. Thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 19, 2020 at 7:53 pm

        Thank you so much, Sarah! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and thanks for reaching out.

        Reply
    5. Jacquelyn Smith

      March 17, 2020 at 1:45 pm

      I love your recipes. This is a winner.
      What is that beautiful piano music playing in the background of video. Love love love
      Blessings to you and yours

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 18, 2020 at 10:31 am

        Thank you so much! It’s some music I put together for a wedding and it just seemed to fit:)

        Reply
    6. Shane Martin

      March 17, 2020 at 8:40 am

      Creamy, tangy, easy to make, and oil-free. DELICIOUS!

      ★★★★★

      Reply

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