An Herby, Fresh Green Tahini Sauce, Dressing, and Dip All in One
Here at the PWWB House, we’re obsessed with light and fresh Mediterranean flavors. After all, who can resist the vibrant herbs, zesty citrus, and warm spices that make staples like Crispy Chickpea Falafel Balls and Turkey Falafel Meatballs so crave-worthy?
But when I enjoy these fresh, veggie-packed dishes, I often crave a creamy sauce to go with them—and this Green Tahini Sauce is the perfect pairing! It adds boost of color and flavor to any dish. 🌿✨
Better yet, making a batch of green tahini couldn’t be easier. This no-cook sauce comes together in a matter of minutes—just toss everything into a food processor and let it work its magic, blending tahini paste with fresh herbs and lemon juice.
Keep it thick and creamy for a delicious dip for pita chips and fresh veggies, or thin it out with a splash of water for a drizzly tahini dressing perfect for salads and grain bowls.
All-purpose, insanely delicious, and so much fresher than anything you’d buy at the store!
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For the best green tahini sauce, use good-quality tahini. Choose an earthy, nutty tahini with a smooth, drizzly consistency—no clumps or bitterness. My personal favorite is Soom, which is woman-owned, super high-quality, and easy to order online. Trader Joe’s also has a great affordable and organic option.
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Aside from its light and bright flavor, my favorite thing about this green tahini sauce is how quick and easy it is to make. It comes together in a your food processor in 10 minutes or less. If you’ve made my Lemon Tahini Sauce before, this process will look pretty familiar!
No food processor? No problem! ⇢ You can whip this tahini sauce up just as easily in a blender—just use a tamper to help feed the fresh ingredients into the blade.
Serving Suggestions
Once you’ve whipped up a batch of green tahini, the possibilities are endless! Whether you’re dunking or drizzling, this herby, creamy sauce takes everything it touches to the next level.
- As a creamy green tahini dipping sauce! ⇢ Pair with fresh crudités, pita chips, or a mezze board loaded with grilled veggies and roasted peppers—the ultimate party appetizer!
- As a light and drizzly green tahini dressing! ⇢ Drizzle it over crispy falafel, roasted veggies, or your favorite fresh salad—you can’t go wrong!
I can’t wait for you to try my Herby Green Tahini Sauce! If you do, be sure to let us know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo and tag @playswellwithbutter on Instagram. We LOVE seeing your PWWB creations! ♡ Happy cooking!
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10-Minute Herby Green Tahini Sauce or Dressing (Vegan)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Bright and herbaceous Green Tahini Sauce is the ultimate all-purpose flavor booster for pita sandwiches, falafel bowls, fresh salads, and more!
Best of all, the food processor does all the work—just blend sesame tahini paste with leafy fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, garlic, and lemon juice to create a light sauce, creamy dip, or drizzly dressing, ready in 10 minutes or less!
Ingredients
- ½ cup runny tahini (see Recipe Notes, below)
- 2 lemons, juiced (4–6 tablespoons lemon juice)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 ½ cups packed fresh leafy herbs of choice (e.g. parsley, cilantro, basil, chives, mint – see Recipe Notes)
- heaping ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅓–½ cup ice cold water
Instructions
- Blend the green tahini sauce: To the bowl of a food processor, add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, fresh herbs, and salt. Pulse to combine well, then run the food processor until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Thin the mixture out with water, just until your desired consistency is reached—for a thick green tahini sauce, start with 4-6 tablespoons ice water and for a drizzly green tahini dressing, 6-8 tablespoons ice water is great. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve immediately. As a green tahini dip, it’s a great pairing for a veggie platter or mezze board. As a green tahini dressing, I love it drizzled over a roasted cauliflower bowl or a classic falafel salad or a chickpea burger (these turkey falafel meatballs are so fun too!). Sky’s the limit, you really can’t go wrong—have fun with it. Enjoy!
Notes
Jess’ Tips and Tricks:
- Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds, similar in texture to nut butters. You can find tahini in most conventional grocery stores, in the “international” aisle. My preferred brand is Soom—woman-owned, super high-quality, and very easy to order online. Trader Joe’s also has a fantastic and affordable organic tahini.
- Herbs: You can use any combination of your favorite fresh leafy herbs for this green tahini sauce recipe. I typically use equal parts parsley and cilantro, but basil, chives, dill, and mint are also delicious. You really can’t go wrong, so have fun with it and play around to find your favorite combination.
Make-Ahead and Storage:
- Storage Instructions: This green tahini sauce (or dressing!) will keep, stored in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week. It may thicken naturally as it sits, simply stir in a splash of water or two before serving to loosen it up to your desired consistency.
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