My new obsession is meal prepping sauces, and along with that, using herbs. One of this week’s creations is this easy green tahini sauce which incorporates cilantro (LOVE), parsley, tahini and a few other ingredients for a spicy tahini sauce that is deliciously drizzle-able and full of healthy benefits, too!

Easy green tahini sauce on a grain bowl of rice, sweet potatoes and black beans

Healthy ingredients in an sauce made with herbs

  • Cilantro is a tasty herb that’s high in antioxidants and wonderful for detoxifying. It’s subtly spicy and has also been said to have anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Parsley, one of the most popular herbs, is rich in Vitamins K and C, is an antioxidant and a good source of folic acid.
  • Tahini is a nut-free and allergy-friendly, iron-rich butter that is versatile and holds a strong nutritional profile.
  • Garlic is an herb with lots of benefits, including being anti-bacterial. It has been said that eating one clove per day can bring improvements to your health¹, but regardless, it adds a tasty flavor.

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How to serve Easy Green Tahini Sauce

My favorite way to serve this tahini sauce is simply over roasted vegetables. I meal prep veggies each week so if I make the sauce ahead of time, this is an easy throw together dish. Another simple lunch or dinner idea is to make this the focus of rice bowls. Combine rice, protein and vegetables and top it all with this simple tahini dressing for an all-in-one healthy meal. Lastly, it also pairs well on grilled chicken or fish.

A few tips for making and enjoying this easy tahini dressing:

  1. Prep the green tahini sauce on the weekend and plan out a meal or two to serve it on during the week.
  2. Make sure it is at room temp, or at least out of the fridge for 20 minutes before serving for the best texture/smoothness.
  3. I suggest a high speed blender for making this.
  4. Store sauce in a jar or other container until ready to use.

tasty easy green tahini sauce - #tahini #tahinidressing #tahinisauce

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easy green tahini sauce - blender sauce with tasty herbs and tahini
Easy Green Tahini Sauce
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

Cilantro, parsley, tahini and more come together for a creamy, easy green tahini sauce that can be served on bowls, roasted veggies and so much more.

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Calories: 90 kcal
Author: Kiran
Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup tahini (I use Tarazi Tahini)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 cup cilantro
  • 1 cup parsley
  • 1/2 jalepeno (optional)
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a blender (I suggest a high speed blender) and blend until smooth. Serve over roasted vegetables, toss in a salad, add to a rice bowl, or atop chicken or fish. Keep extra in a jar or container in the refrigerator; let come to room temperature before drizzling over foods.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Green Tahini Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 207mg9%
Potassium 148mg4%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 1044IU21%
Vitamin C 20mg24%
Calcium 43mg4%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Honestly, while I love the texture that the tahini adds to this dressing, I don’t think you can taste it. That being said, I’m a big fan of tahini and love related recipes. If you are, too, here are a few other tahini recipes for you to check out:

Paleo sweet potato brownies with tahini

Easy tahini ice cream

Easy tahini energy bites

Let me know how you like to use and enjoy tahini in the comments below!

Easy Green Tahini Sauce - super versatile and full of real foods #easyrealfood #paleo

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