Paleo Creamy Tahini Sauce
Elevate your paleo meals with this luscious and versatile Paleo Creamy Tahini Sauce! Made with nutrient-rich tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this dairy-free sauce delivers a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and slightly nutty flavors. Aromatic spices like cumin and paprika add depth, while the smooth consistency is achieved by blending lukewarm water with tahini and olive oil. Ready in just 10 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free condiment is ideal as a salad dressing, a dip for veggies, or a drizzle over roasted vegetables and grilled proteins. With simple ingredients and easy prep, this recipe is a must-have for paleo enthusiasts and sauce lovers alike!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup lukewarm water
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine the tahini with the lemon juice. Stir well; initially, the mixture may thicken.
Step 2
Gradually add lukewarm water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring continuously until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and honey to the mixture, stirring until well incorporated.
Step 4
Season the sauce with sea salt, ground cumin, paprika, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of the spices.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Step 6
For a smoother texture, blend the sauce in a food processor for 30 seconds.
Step 7
Transfer the sauce to a serving container. It can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Step 8
Serve the tahini sauce at room temperature or chilled, drizzling over salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (299.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1144.8 |
| Total Fat 101.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1296.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.9g | |
| Protein 26.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9283.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 42858.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 614.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories