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A bowl of golden yellow lemon tahini dressing, ready to be served.

Lemon Tahini Dressing

This versatile Lemon Tahini Dressing is incredibly easy to make and adds a burst of flavor to any salad. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a healthy and delicious dressing in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2-4 tablespoons water or as needed to reach desired consistency
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl.
  2. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Add more water if a thinner consistency is desired.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
  4. Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

This dressing is also great as a dip for vegetables or a sauce for falafel. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.