Easy Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette (6-ingredient)

This creamy tahini dressing is packed with flavor and a hint of sweetness and spice. Toss this vegan dressing into any salad to take your salad from boring to delicious. It’s easy to make with only 6 ingredients and made in one bowl.

What is Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette?

It’s a creamy dressing with tahini as the key ingredient and has a combination of sweetness from maple syrup and spice from garlic and Dijon mustard. Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds and is a staple in the Mediterranean diet. All of the ingredients come together perfectly for a flavorful lemon tahini dressing. 

Why You Will Love This Dressing

It’s easy to make. This homemade dressing is as easy as 1-2-3. No joke. You simply place the 6 ingredients into a small bowl, whisk everything, and bam you are all set. Not to mention, these ingredients are pantry staples. Go check while I wait. 

It’s made with wholesome ingredients. You’ll find nothing but simple ingredients in this tahini salad dressing. All of the ingredients you will be able to pronounce which is always a good sign.

It’s tasty. This is one of my favorite homemade dressings. I love the hint of sweeteners and the hint of spice. What a wonderful combination. I love putting this dressing on Mediterranean-based salads.

It’s unique. I am so used to eating olive oil and vinegar-based dressings. I think that’s why I especially love this dressing. It’s just different from all of the rest. I know you’ll love it, too! 

What To Pair With This Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette

Mediterranean 3-Bean Salad: Any salad with a slight Mediterranean vibe will pair nicely with this dressing. From cous cous to cucumber and tomato, to a simple kale salad, add this to any raw veggie. A 3-bean Mediterranean Salad is one of my favorite salads thanks to the incredible dressing. 

Veggies and dip: Grab a few bell pepper and cucumber slices and dip them into this dressing for a delightful and healthy snack. It’s quite honestly one of my favorite ways to enjoy raw veggies. A dipping sauce is a win-win for my kids, too.

Quinoa buddha bowl: This tahini sauce is perfect for a veggie power bowl. From quinoa to raw and cooked veggies, and tofu, this will work nicely.

What Are The Ingredients?

Tahini: Find yourself a jar of high-quality brand of tahini. I typically find mine from Trader Joe’s, however you can find it at any local grocery store. It’s never easy to find the aisle it’s on though, so consider warned. LOL.

Lemon juice: Grab a lemon and squeeze half of it into the mason jar. This fresh juice is what brings a fresh flavor to this tahini lemon vinaigrette that you shouldn’t skip.

Apple cider vinegar: There are wonderful health benefits from eating apple cider vinegar. However, feel free to use red wine vinegar if needed. This ingredient brings a tangy vibe to the dressing.

Maple syrup: As always, pure maple syrup is my sweetener of choice 99 percent of the time. That’s because it is not processed and has nutritional benefits, unlike white cane sugar.

Dijon: Please do not replace this with traditional yellow mustard because the flavors are very different. You’ll only use a small amount of this mustard that will provide a small spice flavor.

Garlic: Fresh minced garlic belongs in dressing and just about anywhere, in my opinion. LOL. One clove will do for this flavorful dressing. Make sure to purchase garlic in organic varieties. 

Salt and pepper: Finish off the tahini lemon vinaigrette by sprinkling a dash of salt and pepper. Go until you are satisfied. 

Water: This will help thin out the thick dressing to the desired consistency. Tahini is a thick paste that must be thinned out and watered down. This will also help the flavor and texture of the dressing. 

The Instructions

Step one: Place all of the ingredients, except water, into a small to medium bowl, a stir it with a small whisk until everything is incorporated. 

Step two: Add filtered water, a tablespoon or two at a time while whisking. Add as much water as you need until it turns from a smooth paste to a thinner creamy texture or until you are happy with the consistency.

Step three: Pour it over your favorite salad and toss it up. Enjoy!

How To Store This Vinaigrette

Place it in an airtight container and in the fridge for up to 5 days. The dressing may thicken in the fridge. Simply remove it from the fridge an hour before eating it, add a little water, and give it a good stir as needed.

Tips + Modificaitons

Make sure to use a high-quality jar of tahini for this vinaigrette. It really does make a difference.

I do not suggest replacing or eliminating any of the ingredients except the vinegar. You can certainly use red wine vinegar if needed.

Other Delicious Salad Dressings To Try

Indulge in the Ultimate Easy Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe. This delicious dressing combines the irresistible flavors of carrots and ginger, creating a sensational blend that will take your salads to the next level.

This Chiptole and Roasted Bell Pepper Vinaigrette is made with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, and red bell peppers and is a true salad game-changer.  Top it over your favorite Mexican-inspired salad and you’ll never return to store-bought dressing.  It’s simple to make, healthy, and delicious.

Enjoy!

XOXO

Michelle