Best 5 Lemon Tahini Sauce Recipes

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Lemon tahini sauce, a delectable and versatile condiment originating from Middle Eastern cuisine, is a captivating blend of tangy, nutty, and creamy flavors. Made with a harmonious balance of fresh lemon juice, tahini (sesame seed paste), and a combination of spices and herbs, this sauce adds a vibrant zest to various dishes. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables, swirled into hummus, dolloped on top of grilled meats, or used as a refreshing dip for pita bread and falafel, lemon tahini sauce elevates any culinary creation with its unique and irresistible charm. Discover the culinary wonders of lemon tahini sauce and embark on a delightful journey of flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE



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Serve this delicious sauce with falafel in pita or with fresh vegetables. Best if made a few hours in advance, but it can be served immediately. I chop the garlic, and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before adding the remaining ingredients. This increases the amount of allicin, a compound shown to have antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and antiprotozoal activity.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cloves garlic, or more to taste
2 tablespoons tahini, or more to taste
1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
1 lemon, juiced and zested
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place garlic cloves in a blender or food processor and process to mince. Add tahini, and process for a further few seconds. Add yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cumin; process until smooth. Season to taste with salt. Transfer to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 88.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ROASTED SQUASH WITH LEMON-TAHINI SAUCE



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Browned edges mean great flavor for this side. If the squash hasn't browned, roast it a little longer.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Fruit Juice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Condiment     Squash     Winter     Healthy     Vegan     Lemon Juice     Bon Appétit

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small kabocha squash or large acorn squash (1 pound), scrubbed,
1 1-pound delicata squash, scrubbed, cut into 1"-thick wedges or rings, seeded
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
4 scallions, cut into 2" pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon tahini (sesame seed paste)
Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper flakes
Ingredient info: Tahini is available at Middle Eastern markets, natural foods stores, and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 425°F. Place kabocha on a rimmed baking sheet and delicata on a second sheet. Divide 3 tablespoons oil and 1 1/4 teaspoons cumin between sheets. Season squash with salt and pepper; toss. Roast for 15 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin, 1 tablespoon oil, and scallions in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to evenly coat. Scatter scallion mixture over squash, dividing evenly between sheets, and continue to roast until squash is tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes longer (time may vary depending on squash).
  • Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice, tahini, and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer squash to a platter. Drizzle tahini sauce over and sprinkle with Aleppo pepper.

LEMON-TAHINI SAUCE



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An easy Lemon-Tahini Sauce recipe. Whip up a batch and toss it with grains and chopped carrots for a colorful salad, blend it with cooked chickpeas for a quick sandwich filling, or spoon it over microwaved kale or steamed broccoli florets set on a bed of brown rice for an entreé.

Provided by Lorna Sass

Categories     Vegetarian     Vegan

Yield makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Small bunch (about 30 sprigs) flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup sesame tahini
2 to 4 large cloves garlic
4 to 5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 to 6 tablespoons water
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (optional)

Steps:

  • Holding the parsley in a bunch, trim off and discard an inch or so from the bottom of the stems. Cut the bunch crosswise into thirds. Place in a colander, rinse, and drain. Bounce the colander up and down to shake off excess water.
  • Place the tahini, parsley, garlic, 4 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons water into the bowl of a food processor. Blend well, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed and adding enough additional water and/or lemon juice to create a sauce with a smooth, pourable consistency and a nice puckery taste. (The amount of liquid you'll need to add will depend upon the thickness of the tahini and how much water adhered to the parsley.) Add the salt and cayenne (if using). Refrigerate until needed, for up to 1 week.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON- TAHINI SAUCE



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If you haven't tried roasted cauliflower- I just know you're going to love it! This Middle Eastern inspired dish is so simple to make and packed full of flavor. Perfect as a side, or appetizer- even as a light main course. Ras el Hanout is available in specialty food stores, or may you substitute equal amounts coriander and...

Provided by Krista Towns

Categories     Vegetables

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cauliflower
1/4 c olive oil
1 1/2 Tbsp ras el hanout
1 tsp salt
1/2 c slivered almonds
1/2 c tahini paste
1/4 c water
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. Wash and trim caulifower head, leaving core intact. Slice the caulifower lengthwise into 4-6, 3/4' inch slices depending on size of cauliflower. Brush both sides of slices generously with the olive oil and sprinkle with the Ras el Hanout and salt. Roast for 30 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, turning once halfway. Add the almonds during the last ten minutes of cooking time.
  • 3. While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the sauce; Combine the tahini, water, lemon , garlic, salt and pepper in a food processor and blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary. Cover and set aside.
  • 4. To serve, remove the slices to a platter and sprinkle with the toasted almounds. Spoon the tahini sauce generously over the cauliflower slices . Serve with lemon, and enjoy!

BOOST BOWL WITH LEMON TAHINI SAUCE



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We call this a boost bowl because it is packed with vegan/vegetarian fuel, giving your body a break from animal protein. If you've been slacking on your vegetable intake this is a great way to make up for it. Or you can always add this as a side dish or appetizer to any meal! Even the meat lovers went back for seconds. It's filling, very nutritious, and also makes a fantastic side dish.

Provided by The Pretty Feed

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts     Roasted

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

25 Brussels sprouts, halved
¾ pound red-skinned new potatoes, halved
¾ pound small purple potatoes, halved
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
½ head cauliflower, cut into small chunks
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup nutritional yeast
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon water, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Toss Brussels sprouts, new potatoes, purple potatoes, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, juice from 1/2 a lemon, olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a separate container. Place on a sheet pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, flipping vegetables halfway, until sprouts and potatoes are tender and crispy, about 40 minutes.
  • Mix tahini, yeast, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, and water together in a bowl. Add more water to achieved desired thickness.
  • Serve the vegetable mixture in bowls and drizzle the tahini sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.8 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 15.4 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 245.9 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but be sure to taste it first to make sure it's not too sour.
  • If you don't have tahini, you can substitute another type of nut or seed butter, such as almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
  • To make the sauce thinner, add a little water or milk. To make it thicker, add more tahini or yogurt.
  • Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Serve the sauce immediately or store it in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Lemon tahini sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for grilled or roasted chicken or fish, as a dip for vegetables or pita bread, or as a salad dressing. With its bright and tangy flavor, lemon tahini sauce is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

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