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Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat-Free
Rich tasting and creamy, this Middle East-inspired sauce works
well overvegetables from asparagus to zucchini. It can also be used as a toppingover
stir-fried veggies and pasta or rice for a true ethnic fusionmeal.
Preparation facts
Servings: 4
Yield: 1 cup (240 mL)
Ingredients
1/4 cup (60g) tahini (sesame butter)
1/2 cup (120mL) water
1 tsp (5mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice
dash salt
2 cloves garlic, minced (more to taste)
Directions
Mix all ingredients well. Tahini may be solid and take some time to
become mixed with water. Add more water if a thinner sauce is desired.
Serve at room temperature over vegetables, rice or pasta.
Makes about 1 cup (240mL) sauce or about 4 servings.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 91
Calories from Fat 67 (73%)
% Daily Value*
12%Total Fat 8g
6%Saturated
Fat 1.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
0%Cholesterol 0mg
2%Sodium 45mg
2%Potassium 76mg
1%Total
Carbohydrate 4g
3%Dietary
Fiber 0.7g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
5%Protein 3g