Zesty Tahini Sauce with Garlic and Herbs
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.
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 0 Minutes
- Total Time: 5 Minutes
- Yield: About 1 ¼ cups (enough for 4–6 servings as a sauce or dip) 1x
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Modern Mediterranean
- Cuisine: Whisk (no-cook)
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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.
Find it online: https://crave-worthy.com/zesty-tahini-sauce-with-garlic-herbs/