Tangy Tahini and Date Dressing

This tangy tahini and date dressing is the perfect way to add a bit of flavor and creaminess to your salads or roasted vegetables. The tahini provides a nutty flavor, while the dates add sweetness and moisture. The lemon juice and garlic powder add a bit of acidity and brightness, while the paprika and salt add a bit of depth and complexity. This dressing is also super easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a blender.

This recipe was inspired by a trip to the Middle East, where I had the pleasure of tasting a variety of delicious tahini-based dressings. I was particularly impressed by a dressing that I had at a small restaurant in Jerusalem. The dressing was made with tahini, dates, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. It was the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory, and it paired perfectly with the roasted vegetables that I ordered. I knew that I had to recreate this dressing at home, so I experimented with different ingredients and proportions until I came up with this recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Tahini
• Water
• Dates
• Lemon juice
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Salt
• Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the tahini, water, dates, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
4. Drizzle over salads or roasted vegetables.

Why It Works

• The tahini provides a nutty flavor and creamy texture.
• The dates add sweetness and moisture.
• The lemon juice adds acidity and brightness.
• The garlic powder adds a bit of savory flavor.
• The paprika adds a bit of depth and complexity.
• The salt balances out the sweetness of the dates and the acidity of the lemon juice.