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    Ginger Tahini Dressing

    Lindsay Moe

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    Ginger tahini dressing is tangy, vegan, and naturally gluten-free. Serve over salads, roasted vegetables, and grain bowls to add lots of flavor and nutrients.

    Ginger tahini dressing in a small bowl on top of a blue and white striped napkin next to lemons, ginger, salt and pepper.
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    If you haven’t tried it yet, you need to know that tahini dressing is pretty much the best. Remember my warm kale salad with tahini dressing?

    I wanted to make something similar but with a little bit of a different flavor profile. Ginger pairs so well with tahini that they seemed like the perfect match. 

    What I came up with will definitely be a staple in my kitchen from now on. It brings together flavors like lemon, maple, and sesame, and is great on crunchy salads, leafy greens, or roasted veggies. It’s kind of an all purpose dressing you’re going to want to try on everything!

    Ingredients

    • Tahini
    • Olive oil
    • Lemon juice
    • Cold water
    • Grated ginger
    • Pure maple syrup
    • Garlic
    • Kosher salt and black pepper
    Ingredients used to make ginger tahini dressing.

    How to make ginger tahini dressing

    1. Combine all ingredients in a small mason jar and shake to combine.

    Top tips

    Where to find tahini

    Tahini can be found in the natural and organic aisle near the other seed and nut butters. You may also be able to find it near the regular nut butters, or in the international foods aisle of the grocery store.

    If you live in an area without a great grocery store, you may want to order tahini online (affiliate link).

    How to prepare fresh ginger

    Fresh ginger is sold in knobs in the produce section of the grocery store. I keep mine stored in the refrigerator to extend the shelf life.

    When ready to use, peel the skin away from the ginger using a cereal spoon. You can then grate it using a microplane, or finely mince it with a chef’s knife.

    Ingredients in a mason jar.
    Ingredients combined in a mason jar.

    How to store tahini dressing

    Store your dressing in a sealed container (I like these little mason jars) in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Ways to use tahini salad dressing

    • Use as dressing on my best vegan salad or high protein vegan salad
    • Swap for the dressing in my cilantro broccoli slaw or rainbow quinoa salad
    • Serve as a dip for air fryer tofu or a crudite platter
    • Drizzle over oven roasted vegetables, a roasted sweet potato bulgur bowl, Mediterranean Buddha bowl, or vegan stuffed sweet potatoes

    Tips for customizing ginger dressing

    • Use store bought ginger paste in place of the fresh ginger
    • Add more or less water to get your preferred consistency
    • Add 1 teaspoon yellow or white miso
    • Make it spicy by adding sriracha to taste
    Ginger tahini dressing in a small bowl on top of a blue and white striped napkin next to lemons and fresh ginger.

    FAQ

    What is tahini?

    Tahini is a condiment made from ground sesame seeds. It is often used in Middle Eastern cuisine and makes a great base for hummus, salad dressings, and more.

    How can I fix bitter tahini salad dressing?

    If you find the dressing too bitter for your taste, simply add more maple syrup a little at a time to balance it out. You could also try adding a little more salt.

    Keep in mind that the quality of your tahini will affect the taste as well. Consider buying one of the higher rated tahinis in this tahini review.

    Ginger tahini dressing in a small bowl on top of a blue and white striped napkin next to lemons and fresh ginger.

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    Recipe

    Ginger tahini dressing in a small bowl on top of a blue and white striped napkin next to lemons and fresh ginger.

    Ginger Tahini Dressing

    This ginger tahini dressing is flavored with lemon juice and maple syrup and is ready in just minutes! Naturally vegan and gluten free, tahini salad dressing is great on salads, roasted or fresh veggies, and sandwiches, or use as a dip for tofu and appetizers.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 227kcal
    Author: Lindsay Moe

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons tahini
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon cold water
    • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
    • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
    • Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a small mason jar and shake to combine. Alternatively, you could whisk everything together in a small bowl. If you prefer a thinner dressing, add water and little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

    Notes

     

    Tips for customizing ginger dressing

    • Use store bought ginger paste in place of the fresh ginger
    • Add more or less water to get your preferred consistency
    • Add 1 teaspoon yellow or white miso
    • Make it spicy by adding sriracha to taste

    Nutrition

    Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 1169mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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