Whole30 Lemon Herb Tahini
Brighten up your Whole30 meals with this creamy, zesty Lemon Herb Tahini! Bursting with fresh flavors from tangy lemon juice, fragrant parsley, and dill, this versatile sauce is a game-changer for dressing up salads, drizzling over roasted veggies, or using as a dip for your favorite proteins. Made with a wholesome tahini base and enriched with extra-virgin olive oil, this dairy-free and gluten-free recipe comes together in just 10 minutes without any cooking required. Perfectly balanced with a touch of garlic and optional cayenne pepper for a hint of heat, this healthy, vegan-friendly sauce delivers a satisfying, rich flavor that’s guaranteed to elevate any dish while sticking to your Whole30 goals.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, add the tahini and fresh lemon juice. Stir thoroughly until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
Step 2
Slowly whisk in the water a little at a time until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and pourable.
Step 3
Add extra-virgin olive oil to the mixture and continue to whisk until well incorporated.
Step 4
Stir in chopped parsley, dill, and the minced garlic clove, ensuring even distribution throughout the sauce.
Step 5
Season the tahini sauce with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Step 6
If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture and stir well.
Step 7
Transfer the lemon herb tahini sauce to a serving dish or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Step 8
Before serving, stir the sauce if it has thickened and adjust the consistency with a little water if needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (287.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1079.3 |
| Total Fat 100.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1303.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 26.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9303.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 42858.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 676.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories