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The BEST Tahini Sauce Recipe with Herbs

Bowl of zesty tahini sauce with garlic, fresh herbs, and za’atar, served with a spoon on a yellow plate
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This zesty tahini sauce is packed with garlic, lemon, fresh herbs, za’atar, and Aleppo pepper. Perfect for drizzling over chicken, grain bowls, roasted veggies, or using as a bold Mediterranean marinade.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup tahini (make sure it's nice and runny)
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (about the juice of one large lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon za'atar
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped

Instructions

Add the tahini, red wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, spices, and chopped garlic into the bowl. Use a whisk to combine the ingredients.

Tip: If your marinade is too thick because of the tahini, add a couple of tablespoons of cold water until the sauce is nice and runny.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. It may thicken slightly—just stir in a splash of water or lemon juice to loosen.

Heat Note: Aleppo pepper adds a mild, fruity heat. For a spicier kick, you can sub with crushed red pepper or add a pinch of cayenne.

Recipe adapted from my Za'atar Chicken Thighs with Tahini and Garlic Recipe.

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