Tahini — a condiment made from toasted hulled sesame seeds — is popular throughout the Mediterranean and North Africa thanks to its distinctive nutty flavor and versatility. You may only know tahini as an ingredient in hummus, but it’s equally worthy as a dressing or vegetable dip by combining the paste with the sweetness of honey and the piquant flavor of Dijon mustard and garlic.

This recipe yields 16 ounces

INGREDIENTS

¼ cup tahini
¼ cup olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-½ tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon garlic
2 teaspoons salt

60 ml tahini
60 ml olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-½ tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon garlic
2 teaspoons salt

Directions

Whisk all ingredients together in a large bowl for a creamy salad dressing. When making a dip, less water creates a thicker consistency.