Quick Easy Tahini Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this incredibly easy Cypriot tahini sauce! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this vibrant sauce transforms plain tahini into a creamy, flavorful delight. Perfect as a dip, dressing, or topping for your favorite meals – especially recipe #434826! Learn how to make this delicious meze in just minutes. This recipe uses tahini (or tashi, as it's known in Cyprus), a sesame seed paste. Discover the magic of Cypriot cuisine!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 117.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Easy Tahini Sauce

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How to Make Quick Easy Tahini Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup tahini and 2 tablespoons of water.
  2. Stir vigorously until smooth and creamy. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
  4. Add 1 minced garlic clove and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Stir well to combine.
  5. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste).
  6. If the sauce is too thick, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
  7. Garnish with extra chopped parsley and a sprinkle of paprika.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g