Orange And Tahini Dressing Recipe

Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this vibrant and creamy Orange & Tahini Dream Dressing! Inspired by a classic recipe from the 1995 Vegetarian Times Complete Cookbook, this slightly tweaked version is quick, easy, and bursting with fresh, zesty flavor. Perfect for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 33 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange And Tahini Dressing

1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 medium orange, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
maple syrup (to taste, for sweetness adjustment)

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How to Make Orange And Tahini Dressing

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add more orange juice for tang, tahini for richness, or maple syrup for sweetness.
Drizzle generously over your favorite grilled or roasted vegetables, salads, or even falafel!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

Carbs

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Salads Mediterranean Healthy Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free 30 Minutes Or Less

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Salads Fruit Easy Vegetarian Salad Dressings Dietary Citrus 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange And Tahini Dressing?

Orange And Tahini Dressing takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange And Tahini Dressing?

Orange And Tahini Dressing has approximately 33 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange And Tahini Dressing?

The key ingredients for Orange And Tahini Dressing are Tahini, Fresh Lemon Juice, Balsamic Vinegar, Water, Orange, Dry Mustard. See the full list with measurements above.