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    Home » Recipes » Salad Recipes » Maple Tahini Salad Dressing

    Published: Feb 16, 2022 by Cara Lanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Maple Tahini Salad Dressing

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    maple tahini salad dressing on roasted green beans and potatoes

    Maple Tahini Salad Dressing is a rich and creamy dressing and dipping sauce made without oil or processed sugar. It's so flavorful you’ll want to put it on everything from salads to roasted vegetables.

    Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans on a white platter

    You’re going to love this

    Easy dressing recipe. It's so easy to stir up homemade dressings -- you don't even need a food processor. Once you try it, you may never buy grocery store dressings again.  

    Simple ingredients. There’s nothing but wholesome ingredients in this easy tahini salad dressing recipe.  

    Delicious dipping sauce. This homemade tahini sauce recipe isn’t just for salads. It’s also a really yummy dipping sauce for fresh or roasted vegetables. 

    Ingredients

    maple tahini dressing ingredients

    Tahini. Creamy tahini is a smooth paste made from ground sesame seeds. Kind of like peanut butter, only with sesame seeds. It adds a creamy nutty flavor to this tahini salad dressing recipe. 

    If you don't have tahini, cashew or almond butter may be a good substitute for tahini in this recipe.

    Pure maple syrup. Tahini has no sugar in it, so maple syrup adds sweetness to this tahini salad dressing without processed sugar.  

    Dijon mustard. Dijon gives this tahini salad dressing the tang it needs.  

    Orange juice and zest. Orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice brighten up this delicious dressing.

    To get the most juice from your orange, roll it on a hard surface to break up the membranes. You can substitute lemon juice and zest or lime juice and zest, if you wish.  

    Minced garlic. You can substitute garlic powder for fresh garlic. 

    Red pepper flakes. Tahini is a very simple ingredient with a neutral flavor profile. Red pepper flakes give it a little kick. You can also use cayenne pepper. For a mild substitute, you can use paprika or chili powder.  

    Step by step instructions 

    Step 1 

    In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and orange zest.  

    Maple Tahini Dressing ingredients in a clear bowl.

    Step 2 

    Add the orange juice a couple of tablespoons at a time until the tahini salad dressing reaches your desired consistency. If necessary, add a little water to thin it even further.  

    Maple Tahini Dressing in a clear bowl with a red striped napkin next to it.

    Step 3 

    Use this delicious maple tahini salad dressing on your favorite salads, or as a drizzle over sweet potatoes or Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans, or as a dipping sauce for any roasted vegetables.  

    Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans with a bowl of tahini dressing and a plate of potatoes and green beans.

    Tips

    It is easiest to stir separated tahini when it is at room temperature.  

    Roll the orange before juicing to loosen up the membranes so you get more juice.  

    If you make this tahini salad dressing ahead of time, it may solidify in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature, and, if necessary, add a little warm water before drizzling it on your favorite salad.  

    FAQs

    What is tahini made of?

    Some tahini is made from just one ingredient: sesame seeds. Others may include oil and salt.

    What does tahini taste like?

    Tahini has a mild, nutty, earthy flavor that, not surprisingly, tastes like sesame seeds. The flavor is also similar to almond or cashew butter. It has a smooth, creamy texture with a thinner consistency than peanut butter. Because it has no sugar, it’s not sweet like some nut and seed butters.

    How do you stir new tahini?

    The first time you open a new jar of tahini, it will most likely be separated. Stir it before refrigerating it, as it will be difficult to stir when it is cold. If it separates while sitting in the refrigerator, leave it out until it comes to room temperature and stir it. 
     
    Some folks suggest dumping it into a bowl and stirring or using an immersion blender, storing it upside down to get the hard, settled paste to the top, or microwaving it in short bursts before stirring. I’ve never tried these, I use a butter knife or fork to break up the paste and stir, stir, stir.

    Can I make maple tahini salad dressing ahead of time?

    Yes! You can make the tahini dressing a few days ahead and store it in a covered jar in the refrigerator. It will thicken as it gets cold, so let it come to room temperature before serving. If it's still too thick, add enough water to reach your desired consistency. 

    What can you use in place of tahini?

    There are several good substitutes for tahini, it just depends on what you’re using it for. Some of the best tahini substitutes include nut butters like almond butter or cashew butter, seed butters, even Greek yogurt.

    What does tahini go with?

    Tahini is a versatile ingredient that works well in both sweet recipes and savory dishes. Use tahini in veggie dips, sandwich spreads, creamy sauces for falafel, gyros, and buddha bowls, homemade salad dressings for a simple salad of romaine lettuce, kale salad, or any green salads, pasta salad recipes — even smoothies, ice cream, and brownies.

    Do you need to refrigerate tahini?

    Yes, once opened, tahini needs to be stored in the refrigerator.

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    Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

    Maple Tahini Salad Dressing

    Cara Lanz
    Maple Tahini Salad Dressing without oil is a rich and creamy dressing you’ll want to put on everything from lettuce and pasta salads to roasted vegetables.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 64 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup tahini
    • 1 ½ tablespoons pure maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 orange, juice and zest
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and orange zest.
    • Add the orange juice a couple of tablespoons at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. If necessary, add a little water to thin it even further.
    • Use this delicious maple tahini salad dressing on your favorite salads, or as a drizzle over sweet potatoes or Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans, or as a dipping sauce for any roasted vegetables.

    Notes

    It is easiest to stir separated tahini when it is at room temperature. 
    Roll the orange to loosen up the membranes and get more juice. 
    If you make this tahini salad dressing ahead of time, it may solidify in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature, and, if necessary, add a little warm water, before drizzling it on your favorite salad.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 26mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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