Smoky Tahini Sauce with Roasted Red Peppers
This creamy, smoky tahini sauce comes together in minutes and adds a nutty kick to salads, grain bowls, or roasted veggies.
- Prep5 min
- Total5 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings8
If you love tahini, this sauce is about to become your new favorite. The roasted red peppers add a sweet, smoky depth that pairs beautifully with the nutty sesame paste.
It's incredibly versatile—drizzle it over grilled chicken, use it as a dip for fresh vegetables, or swirl it into soups. With just a handful of ingredients and a food processor, you'll have a vibrant sauce ready in no time.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Place the tahini, roasted red peppers, water, lemon juice, garlic, and salt in a food processor.
- Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1 to 2 tablespoons more water and blend again.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.
- Use the sauce immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for later use.
💡 Tips
- For extra smokiness, use fire-roasted peppers from a jar or roast fresh peppers over a gas flame.
- If the sauce thickens after refrigeration, stir in a little water before serving.
- This sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to a week.
Inspired by a recipe from Downshiftology