Maple Ginger & Tahini Dressing
Elevate your meals with a dressing that's as good for you as it is delicious. Packed with healthy fats from tahini and olive oil, and boosted by the anti-inflammatory properties of fresh ginger, this creamy sauce is a nutritional powerhouse. It transforms simple ingredients like kale, quinoa, or roasted sweet potatoes into a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal. With just seven ingredients and a minute of blending, you can have a preservative-free, gut-friendly dressing ready to go.
Preparation Time: 8 Minutes
Serves: 8 (1 serving = 2 tbsp)
Ingredients
¼ cup tahini
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 - 2 tbsp maple syrup (sweeten to taste)
2 tsp ginger, minced
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup warm water
Directions
Combine Ingredients
Add all ingredients to a deep, narrow glass bowl or a tall blending cup.
Using a narrow container helps the immersion blender reach all the ingredients for a smoother, faster blend.
Blend Until Smooth
Immersion Blender MethodSubmerge the blender into the mixture and blend on high, moving up and down until the dressing is smooth, creamy, and fully combined, about 30–60 seconds.
Mini Blender MethodAlternatively, add everything to a mini blender or personal blender. Secure the lid and blend on high until creamy and uniform. Pause to scrape down the sides if needed.
Adjust Consistency
If the dressing is too thick, add warm water 1 teaspoon at a time and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. If it's too thin, add another spoonful of tahini.
Taste & Adjust
Sample the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, more maple syrup for sweetness, more lemon for brightness, or more ginger for a bolder kick.
Serve & Store
Transfer to a clean jar or bottle.
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Stir or shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur.