Epic Tahini Salad Dressing with secret ingredient

Putting a twist on the classical tahini salad dressing with the addition of this secret ingredient can take your tahini salad dressing to a whole new level of tastiness.

The secret ingredient in this tahini salad dressing recipe is the Coconut aminos, that adds a magical twist to your dressing. By creating a unique sweet-savory flavor profile that will elevate your salad dressings or any dish you add it to.

In this post, you will learn what is coconut aminos, the ingredients for making this simple salad dressing, and how to make it step by step, but first, what is tahini?

What is Tahini?

Tahini is a very popular Middle Eastern condiment, especially in the Levant region where it is often used in Arabic dishes. It is sesame paste, in which sesame seeds are typically toasted first to reduce some bitterness, and then ground to create a creamy paste.

What is Coconut Aminos:

Unlike Tahini, Coconut Aminos is not a Middle Eastern or Arabic condiment, but it’s the twist in this creamy – Not so traditional – Tahini salad dressing. Coconut Aminos is similar to soy sauce but made from the fermented sap of a coconut palm tree, and not the coconut itself, plus coconut nectar and salt are added. It does not taste anything like coconut, It has a similar profile taste to soya sauce but with a touch of sweetness.

Coconut Aminos are soy-free, gluten-free, and have much less salt content than soy sauce, therefore it is an allergy-friendly substitute for soy sauce. It adds this balance of sweet and savory to this creamy salad dressing.

This salad dressing recipe is quite simple to prepare and requires few ingredients, it literally takes 5 minutes to prepare.

Here is what you need:

Tahini salad dressing ingredients:

• Tahini
• Coconut Aminos
• Pink salt
• Lime or lemon

Recipe tips & notes:

• This recipe works best with a Middle Eastern tahini brand, or any runny tahini rather than a thick pasty one. Still, if you only have access to thicker tahini, you need to adjust the tahini-water ratio. We are looking for a creamy consistency rather than a thick pasty dressing.
• Coconut Aminos are the hero in this recipe, but you can substitute them with soy sauce. The result will be more on the savory side rather than sweet-savory, as soy sauce lacks the sweetness of coconut aminos.

How to make the dressing:

It takes 5 minutes to prep this delicious tahini dressing, Just follow the steps below:

• In a medium-sized bow/jar, add tahini, and water and mix well to combine.
• Add coconut aminos, the juice of 1/2 a lime, and pink salt. Whisk until combined.
• Add more water, till the desired consistency.

How to serve tahini salad dressing:

• On salads as a dressing

• Tahini dressing can also be used as a sauce for roasted vegetables.
• As dipping sauce with Kale chips.

• Flavorful spread for sandwiches and wraps.
• For Bhuda bowls.

How to store tahini salad dressing:

When it comes to storing tahini dressing, transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the fridge. It will last up to one week in the refrigerator, which makes it great for meal prep!

If you find that your tahini dressing has thickened or separated after storage, don’t worry! It’s a natural occurrence due to the high oil content in the tahini. Simply give it a good whisk or shake to bring it back to its smooth and creamy consistency. You can add water (a tablespoon at a time) as well to reach the desired consistency.

By incorporating the secret ingredient, this tahini salad dressing will become your go-to favorite. So, why wait? It’s time to try this recipe now and share it with your family and friends.

Recommended recipes:

If you are a Tahini fan, then you have to try this Tahini Salad, a delicious Lebanese salad with a creamy tahini dressing, a recipe by Plant Based Folk.

More Vegan recipes at VBA to try next:

• Freekeh Salad.
• Roasted tomato recipe.
• Vegan eggplant fatteh.
• Zaatar salad.

If you make this Tahini Salad Dressing, I’d love a comment, and to rate this recipe. Please make sure to tag me in re-creation on Instagram @veganbilaraby. I love to see your take on my vegan recipes 💚