Tahini Yogurt Sauce with Lemon

tahini yogurt sauce in a bowl with a lemon in the background.

Mallory

This creamy Tahini Yogurt Sauce is versatile, made with simple ingredients, SO delicious and ready in 5 minutes! Made with tahini, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh garlic, and a touch of olive oil - a perfect sauce to meal prep and use on different meals or snacks throughout the week. 😊

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 5

Course Dinner

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings servings

Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

1 food processor or blender
1 mason jar optional for storing

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt (more to taste)
dash black pepper

Instructions

Blend the ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth, about 40-60 seconds using a spatula to push down the sides as needed.
If it is too thick, add a tablespoon at a time of water until it reaches your desired consistency.

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Notes

*Nutrition Information Calculated using Nonfat Greek Yogurt

Expert Tips

Use a squeezable tahini - it's easier to get it out of the jar!
Find tahini in the nut butter section or ethnic food aisle at the grocery store.
Use fresh squeezed lemon instead of lemon juice from the bottle for the best flavor.
If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a little bit of water.

Storage

Store in an airtight container such as a mason jar in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.

Registered Dietitian Tip

Choose half an hour one day a week to make homemade sauces and dressings to use on various dishes. Making a tasty sauce is a great way to get even the pickiest eater to enjoy vegetables. 😊 And meal prep doesn't HAVE to happen on Sunday. I often meal prep on Thursday to have meals ready on busy weekend days.

To learn more and find more recipes visit mallorythedietitian.com! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. 😊

Nutrition

Serving: 2 TbspCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 165mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Keyword 5 minutes or less, no added sugars, vegetarian

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