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Creamy Tahini Dressing Recipe Easy Zesty Lemon Salad Dressing for Fresh Flavor

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A quick and easy creamy tahini dressing with zesty lemon that adds a fresh, nutty, and tangy flavor to salads and bowls. Perfect for brightening up any dish with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup smooth tahini
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons warm water
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Instructions

  1. Squeeze fresh lemon juice (about 3 tablespoons) into a mixing bowl. Mince one garlic clove finely or press it.
  2. Add ½ cup smooth tahini and 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil to the lemon juice. The mixture may look thick and stiff.
  3. Whisk or stir vigorously with a fork until combined. The mixture may seize up and feel grainy; this is normal.
  4. Slowly drizzle in 3 tablespoons warm water while whisking continuously to loosen the dressing to a creamy, pourable consistency. Add more water if needed but avoid making it too runny.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon ground cumin if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Whisk everything together until smooth and glossy with a velvety texture.
  7. Optional: Let the dressing sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld, especially if cumin or garlic was added. Stir again before serving.

Notes

If tahini is thick or old, warm it slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds before mixing to improve blendability. Add warm water gradually to avoid watery dressing. Fresh lemon juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor. The dressing thickens when refrigerated; stir in warm water before serving to loosen. Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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