Name: Traditional Greek Tahini Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup tahini; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons water; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Traditional Greek Tahini Dip

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Super creamy with the nutty flavor of sesame seeds, this homemade tahini sauce recipe is a popular way to begin a meal in Cyprus. Serve with crudités and pita.

By Jen Rose Smith

Updated on February 4, 2020

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 cup

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Egg Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Low Added Sugars Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegan Vegetarian

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Ingredients

½ cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
1 clove garlic, crushed
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Directions

Combine tahini, lemon juice, oil, garlic and salt in a food processor. Pulse, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth. With the motor running, add water in a thin stream until the mixture is pale and smooth. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top with parsley. Garnish with sesame seeds and more oil, if desired.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add a little water before serving if the dip is too stiff.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

106	Calories
10g	Fat
4g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 2 Tbsp.
Calories 106
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g	5%
Total Fat 10g	12%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Vitamin A 129IU	3%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Folate 18mcg	4%
Sodium 79mg	3%
Calcium 24mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Magnesium 15mg	4%
Potassium 82mg	2%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.