1 small-medium bowl
1 small whisk
- ⅓ cup tahini
- juice from 1/2 a lemon
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-5 tablespoons filtered water
Place all of the ingredients, except water, into a small to medium bowl, and stir with a small whisk until everything is incorporated. This includes tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Add filtered water, a tablespoon 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.
Pour it over your favorite salad and toss it up. Enjoy!
Storage:
To store this dressing, place leftovers in an airtight container (such as a mason jar) and in the fridge for up to five days.
Tips + Modifications:
The dressing may harden in the fridge. You may need to allow it to sit on the counter for an hour before enjoying it. You can also add a few additional tablespoons of water to thin it out.
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.
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg
Course: condiment, dips, salad dressing
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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