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Mint tahini dressing in a bowl, garnished with fresh mint.
Creamy tahini sauce with fresh mint

Fresh Mint Tahini Dressing

Author: Flavelo
Sauces and Gravies Recipes
Tahini (sesame paste) is a magical ingredient: mix it with water and it seizes up first, then suddenly transforms into a creamy sauce. This physical transformation is the base of this recipe, lightened by mint and lemon freshness. A perfect example of turning heavy, oily seeds into a refreshing dressing.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 110 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Small whisk or fork
  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor (optional for mint)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Prep: Finely chop the mint leaves. Crush the garlic into a paste.

Tip: Cut mint with a sharp knife, don't crush it, or it will turn black along the edges (oxidation).
2 ✓

Emulsify: Place tahini in a bowl, add lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. Stir – you'll get a thick, sticky mass.

Tip: Don't be scared by the texture, it's part of the process!
3 ✓

Thinning: Start adding cold water a tablespoon at a time, whisking constantly. Dilute until you reach a yogurt-like consistency and the color lightens.

Tip: Cold water helps create a more stable emulsion.
4 ✓

Flavoring: Stir in chopped mint, salt, and pepper. Taste for acidity.

Tip: Tahini absorbs salt and lemon, so be bold with seasoning.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the tahini get lumpy when I added water?
That's natural! Initially, water causes the sesame paste to seize (emulsion inversion point). Just add more water and keep stirring, it will smooth out.
It tastes bitter, why?
Tahini can be bitter if the sesame is old or if there isn't enough lemon/salt to balance it.

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp Tahini (sesame paste)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Mint
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water (add more as needed)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper