Easy Tahini Sauce Recipe

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Tahini sauce is an easy way to add flavor to any of your favorite dishes. Today I’ll share my simple and healthy recipe that can be put together in just 5 minutes! Many sauces require a blender or food processor, but you’ll just need a bowl and a spoon for this one. Keep reading to learn about the health benefits of tahini and the recipe.

What is tahini?

Tahini is ground-up sesame seeds that are turned into a paste and blended until smooth, much like peanuts are turned into peanut butter. Tahini is very versatile and is often used in savory dishes, like hummus and salad dressings, or served as a sauce with meat or falafel. It can also be used in sweet dishes, like cookies or other baked goods.

Nutrition

According to the USDA, 1 tbsp of tahini contains:

• 89 calories

• 8 grams of fat

• 3 grams of carbohydrate

• 1.4 grams of fiber

• 2.6 grams of protein

Health benefits

Like other nuts and seeds, tahini boasts many health benefits. It is a good source of fiber, which is important for digestive health as well as blood sugar and cholesterol control. It’s also a good source of plant-based protein. It contains important vitamins that are vital to many body functions such as vitamin E, and the B vitamins thiamine and niacin. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, protecting body cells from damage while niacin and thiamine help the body turn food into energy. Additionally, tahini contains magnesium which may help lower blood pressure and is important for bone health. Finally, the healthy fats in tahini are good for your heart and can help fill you up!

Easy Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup well-stirred tahini
• Juice of 1 whole lemon
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients, except water and/or olive oil, to a bowl and stir until well combined.
2. Add water and olive oil, mixing as you go. Use less water or olive oil if you like a thicker sauce and use more if you'd like it to be thinner and more like a dressing.
3. Serve right away on your favorite bowl or salad and enjoy! Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 week.

How to eat tahini sauce

Tahini sauce is a great addition to meals or snacks as it adds flavor and creaminess. It’s a great dairy-free option to cheese or sour cream for those that can’t have or choose to avoid or limit dairy. Some ways to eat tahini sauce include:

• Serve over chicken or fish

• Top your grain bowl

• Thin it out with extra water or oil and use as a salad dressing

• Add to sandwiches in place of mayo

• Use it as a dip for crackers or sliced vegetables

Next time you’re looking for a way to brighten up the flavor of a meal, try my easy tahini sauce! It’s creamy, dairy-free, an excellent source of healthy fat to help fill you up, and chock full of important vitamins and minerals. How do you like to eat tahini sauce?