A versatile, dairy-free dressing made from tahini, lemon, garlic, and a touch of maple — perfect for salads, bowls, and roasted vegetables.
A Word for the Season
Tahini — simply ground sesame seeds — is one of the most underrated staples in a healthy kitchen. This creamy dressing transforms a simple salad into something rich and satisfying, proving that nourishment doesn't require complicated ingredients.
The Scriptural Foundation
"Is not the food cut off before our eyes — joy and gladness from the house of our God?" — Joel 1:16
The Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup tahini
- ¼ cup warm water (more to thin as needed)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk tahini and warm water until smooth and creamy.
- Add lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk until completely smooth. If too thick, add warm water 1 tbsp at a time.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Store in the refrigerator up to one week.
Nutritional Note
Tahini is rich in healthy fats, particularly omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It is also an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, and iron. Because it is made from sesame seeds, it is naturally dairy-free and suitable for those avoiding dairy.
A Prayer for the Journey
Lord, thank You for the simple, sustaining gifts You provide. Help me to find richness in simplicity, and to approach each meal with gratitude. Amen.
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