Name: Easy Tahini Sauce (Salad Dressing or Dipping Sauce)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.125 tsp ground cumin; 4 tablespoons ice water

Easy Tahini Sauce (Salad Dressing or Dipping Sauce)

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Easy Tahini Sauce (Salad Dressing or Dipping Sauce)

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Easy Tahini Sauce (Salad Dressing or Dipping Sauce)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of tahini, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ⅛ teaspoon cumin.

Add 4 tablespoons of ice water and stir until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water.

Taste and adjust as needed. Use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Tahini Consistency Control 🥄
Add ice water gradually while whisking—start with 2-3 tablespoons and increase slowly until you reach your desired consistency, as tahini thickens as it sits and different brands vary in density.
Lemon Juice Emulsification Secret 🍋
Whisk lemon juice with tahini first before adding water to create an emulsion that prevents separation and ensures a smooth, creamy texture throughout.
Cumin Toasting Technique 🌰
Lightly toast ground cumin in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to release its essential oils and deepen its earthy flavor for a more complex sauce.
Sweetener Balance 🍯
Taste as you go when adding maple syrup or honey—start with ½ teaspoon and adjust upward, as these sweeteners can quickly overpower the other flavors if over-applied.
Storage & Shelf-Life Optimization 🫙
Store in an airtight glass container and stir well before each use since tahini naturally separates; it will keep for up to 5 days and thin slightly with water if it thickens over time.