Hummus lovers know tahini””a thick paste made from ground sesame seeds””as the star ingredient in their favorite dip. But a jar doesn’t have to sit neglected in the fridge until it’s time for another creamy chickpea creation. Thinned with lemon and lime juices and spiced with peppers and parsley, tahini can be turned into a sassy sauce to drizzle on veggies, salads, sandwiches or any dish for an instant calcium, protein and omega-3 boost. Try it as a topping on my Mini Beanie Burgers“”ketchup will become a condiment of your past!
Homemade Tahini Sauce
Serves 1
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. organic tahini
Juice of ½ a lemon
Juice of ½ a lime
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Black pepper and red pepper to taste
Directions
1. In small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well.