If you love creamy, tangy dressings, this garlic lemon tahini dressing is for you! It takes just 5 minutes to make and is perfect for adding flavor to salads, roasted veggies, and rice bowls.

Smooth, zesty, and with a hint of garlic, it's a versatile dressing you'll reach for again and again.

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Tahini Dressing

I love drizzling it over cauliflower steaks, chickpea salad, smashed potatoes and healthy lettuce wraps.

Tahini choice. Tahini butters vary. If you're using a thicker tahini, just add a little more water to achieve your desired consistency.

Ingredients

Tahini - This creamy sesame paste is the heart of the dressing, giving it a rich, nutty flavor. I love using a nice, runny tahini for the best texture.
Oil - A little bit of good quality olive oil makes the dressing smooth and helps bring all the flavors together.
Lemon - Fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy flavor that really wakes up the dressing.
Mustard - This adds a little tang and helps make the dressing nice and smooth.
Sweetener - A touch of sweetness from agave or maple syrup balances out the tangy and savory flavors. I usually go with what I have on hand, and both work great. You can't skip this, the dressing will not be the same without this!
Garlic - Always fresh, not jarred stuff!

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How To Make Tahini Dressing

Press the garlic and add it to a bowl or jar along with the other ingredients, starting with ¼ cup of water. Shake or whisk until well combined.
If the dressing is too thick, stir in the additional 2 tablespoons of water, or more if needed, to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the flavors as needed. If the tahini tastes a bit bitter, a touch more honey or maple/agave syrup can balance it out. Drizzle over your favorite salad and enjoy!

Tips

Adjusting the thickness. Start with ¼ cup of water and gradually add any extra, depending on your tahini and how thick or thin you want the dressing.
Balancing the flavors. Tahini can sometimes be a little bitter, so if you find the dressing too bitter, you can adjust with a touch more sweetener and lemon juice to balance out the flavor.
Garlic level. The garlic is a key component here, but if you prefer a more subtle garlic taste, you can press fewer cloves. If you're a garlic lover, go ahead and add more!

What to Serve With Tahini Dressing

This tahini dressing is incredibly versatile! Here are my favorite ideas for how I love to enjoy this:

Grilled Chicken or Tofu: Pair this creamy dressing with grilled protein for a simple, satisfying meal.

Salads: Drizzle it over mixed greens, chopped vegetables, or a hearty kale salad.

Grain Bowls: It's the perfect topping for quinoa, farro, or brown rice bowls. Add some roasted veggies, a sprinkle of nuts or seeds, and you've got a nutritious meal.

Roasted Vegetables: Try it with roasted carrots, baked sweet potatoes, cabbage, eggplant or cauliflower.

Wraps: Use it as a dressing or sauce in wraps, chicken, or falafel.

Easy Creamy tahini dressing with lemon and garlic.

Storing Leftover Dressing

This tahini dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Just keep it in an airtight container.

The dressing may thicken slightly when refrigerated, so simply stir in a little water to bring it back to your preferred consistency.

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