Mediterranean Diet Roasted Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salads and grain bowls with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Roasted Sesame Dressing, a creamy and nutrient-packed blend of toasted sesame seeds, tahini, and fresh lemon juice. This quick 10-minute recipe highlights the essence of Mediterranean flavors with the richness of extra virgin olive oil, a hint of honey for natural sweetness, and the subtle heat of freshly ground black pepper. Toasting the sesame seeds provides an earthy depth, while a touch of garlic adds boldness to this versatile dressing. Perfect as a drizzle for leafy greens, a dip for roasted veggies, or even a marinade for proteins, this dressing is as flavorful as it is easy to prepare. Crafted with wholesome ingredients, it aligns beautifully with the principles of the Mediterranean diet while delivering bold, tangy-sweet flavor in every spoonful.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 quarter cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the sesame seeds.
Step 2
Toast the sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 3
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the sesame seeds cool slightly.
Step 4
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted sesame seeds, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, honey, peeled garlic clove, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 6
Add the water gradually, and blend again until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust the amount of water for your desired thickness.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice for tanginess or more honey for sweetness.
Step 8
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week. Shake well before using.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (372.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2302.3 |
| Total Fat 252.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1205.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 10.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2336.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 10715.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 240.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories