If you’re into hummus, then you probably know about tahini. It’s a Middle Eastern spread made from ground-up sesame seeds and packed with antioxidant power. Its creaminess lends itself to many dishes around the world. You’ll find it in toasty stir-fries, in Greek salads, drizzled over Ethiopian pizzas, and much more.

I first discovered what a tasty salad dressing tahini could be while camping. I didn’t have access to my kitchen, but I had picked up some hummus for sandwiches. And I figured, maybe if I thinned it out with some water, it would be pourable and a tasty topping for a salad. Once I got back home, I decided to do a little more experimenting which led to this salad dressing.

What you need to make Simply Good Tahini Dressing

Tahini
Water
Low-sodium vegetable broth
Lemon Juice
Maple syrup
Salt or salt substitute
Basil, oregano, or both
Blender or mini food processor

Tahini HealthBites

Tahini is a powerhouse of nutrition, including phosphorous and manganese which can help your body build strong bones. It is also rich in antioxidants which can help your body fend off many diseases, including heart disease (studies have shown that it can lower cholesterol). Sesamin and sesamolin, in particular, are two antioxidants in sesame seeds linked to heart health. These two antioxidants have also been shown to reduce inflammation; a study published in The International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases showed how patients dealing with osteoarthritis in the knee experienced greater pain relief by eating the equivalent of two tablespoons of tahini daily. When eaten in moderation (because of its high-fat content), tahini can definitely be a healthy option for helping you to live well naturally.

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Simply Good Tahini Dressing

A nutty and tangy dressing made with tahini, a delicious nut butter made from sesame seeds.

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Salad Dressing

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp water
1-1/2 tbsp low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tbsp maple syrup
2-1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt or salt substitute
1 tsp basil or oregano (Could use Italian Seasoning)

Instructions

Add all the dressing ingredients to a mini food-processor or blender. Whiz untilsmooth and creamy. Or you can simply whisk all the ingredients in a small bowl.
If the dressing is too thick, add some water, one tablespoon at a time. You wantthe dressing to be pourable but not watery.
Taste and adjust the seasonings, as needed.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to enjoy later.