Tahini dressing
As the weather gets warmer, many people start to crave lighter, fresher foods that are perfect for summer. One easy way to add flavour to your light meals is by making a homemade yoghurt tahini dressing. By pairing mild yoghurt and flavourful sesame paste, you can create a delicious and refreshing dressing in a matter of minutes. With its rich flavour and creamy texture, this tahini dressing is sure to become a staple in your summer recipe arsenal.
Ingredients
Tahini dressing
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Yoghurt, natural
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250 g |
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Garlic clove, crushed
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1 |
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Cayenne pepper (approx.)
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½ tsp |
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Freshly squeezed lemon juice (approx.)
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1 tbsp |
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Tahini
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45 g |
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Salt (approx.)
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½ tsp |
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Black pepper (approx.)
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¼ tsp |
For serving (optional)
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Toasted sesame seeds (approx.)
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1 tbsp |
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Flat-leaf parsley
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Tips
Tahini can be quite thick, so you may need to add some water to achieve the desired consistency. Start by adding a small amount of water and then gradually add more until you reach the desired thickness.
Tips
Consider using a blender or food processor to mix the ingredients. Whisking them together by hand can take some time and effort, and the tahini dressing may not come out as smooth and creamy as you want it to.
Questions about tahini dressing
Simple tahini dressing is a delicious summer sauce that can be used to elevate your picnic or barbecue selections. Learn more by reading our answers to the most frequently asked questions below.
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Savour a simple and flavourful tahini dressing
Tahini dip is rich, creamy, and delicious. With a few high-quality ingredients, you can make a delectable dressing in just a few minutes. The yoghurt base ensures a velvety texture with a great mouthfeel. It also provides a subtle hint of tanginess that makes for a light and refreshing dressing even though the overall flavour profile is rich and intense.
A garlicky yoghurt sauce full of flavour
The intensity of tahini dressing comes from the key ingredients, tahini, which is a paste made from toasted sesame seeds that have been ground and combined with oil to ensure a smooth texture. The taste is nutty, earthy, and rich. It has plenty of depth and a slight bitterness. Acidic lemon juice is added to provide freshness, balance the bitterness, and mirror the brightness of the tangy yoghurt.
A bit of heat and smokiness is brought to the tahini yoghurt sauce through the cayenne pepper, while the crushed garlic adds a pungent and savoury note that enhances the other flavours. All these ingredients work together to create a flavourful and satisfying sauce that may be used to brighten different dishes through its savoury goodness.
Use it as a salad dressing or as a dip for falafels or vegetables
This nutty and earthy dressing is quite versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. For example, dress a light side salad with tahini dressing or use it with more filling summer salads such as an avocado salad or cabbage salad that will do well with a bold addition.
Another popular option is to use tahini dressing as a dipping for falafels, crunchy vegetable sticks, crackers, or chips. It is also perfect for drizzling over grilled vegetables or as a topping for grilled meat like steaks, chicken, or lamb skewers. You can also dip pieces of bread into the creamy salad dressing with tahini. Or use it to spice up a summer classic like bread on a stick while you enjoy the heat of cayenne pepper and bonfire alike.
Adjust it to your personal preferences
It is easy to play around with the flavour of a classic sesame tahini dressing without adding new ingredients. For instance, use more lemon juice for a tangier flavour, or more garlic for a garlicky tahini dressing. If you want to balance these acidic and aromatic ingredients, you can introduce honey or maple syrup into the mix for more sweetness.
You can also add additional spices to create a more complex flavour profile. Some popular options include depth-enhancing cumin, smoky paprika, citrusy coriander, and hot chilli powder. Add a small amount of the spice, taste, and adjust as needed. Adding finely chopped fresh herbs like peppery parsley, zesty coriander, or refreshing dill is another way to add fresh and vibrant flavour. Try different variations to discover the best tahini dressing for you.
