This garlicky tahini sauce is traditionally served with chicken kebabs, but we loved it with the beef kebabs as well.

Makes about 1 cup

ACTIVE TIME: 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup tahini
7 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons water

Mash garlic and salt in a medium bowl using the back of a spoon until a paste forms. Whisk in tahini, lemon juice and water.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per 2-tablespoon serving: 93 calories; 8 g fat (1 g sat, 3 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 5 g carbohydrate; 3 g protein; 1 g fiber; 111 mg sodium; 88 mg potassium.


0 Carbohydrate Servings

TIP: Note: Tahini is a thick paste made from ground sesame seeds. Look for it in large supermarkets in the Middle Eastern section or near other nut butters.

MAKE AHEAD TIP: Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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