Tahini Dressing

Tahini Dressing

from foodnetwork.com
5 min
1 servings

The potent combination of tahini, garlic and lemon that is so beloved throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East also makes a fantastic salad dressing when sweetened with a touch of honey. But no need to stop there — the creamy dressing is also delicious on grilled fish, roast chicken, steamed vegetables, grain bowls and more. There may be a point when you’re whisking in the tahini that the sauce seems to seize or thicken. Don’t worry — it will smooth out again once you begin to whisk in the water.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, mashed into a paste
  • 1/2 cup well-stirred tahini
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch ground cayenne pepper
  • Kosher salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Whisk together the lemon juice, honey and garlic paste in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the tahini. Whisk in the water a little at a time until the sauce is smooth, creamy and has the consistency of cold heavy cream. Whisk in the cumin, cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Taste add more salt if desired.