Cashew Free Lemon-Tahini Dressing

Bright, garlicky, and silky smooth, this lemon-tahini dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle over absolutely everything. It comes together in a single bowl with just a whisk and a handful of pantry staples — tahini, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and a touch of cumin for warmth. The technique is simple but satisfying: the mixture seizes up dramatically at first, then transforms into something glossy and pourable as you work in cold water one tablespoon at a time. That moment when it finally ribbons off the whisk is genuinely rewarding. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's no need to scan labels for hidden tree nuts or worry about cross-contact from nut-heavy blends. A little lemon zest stirred in at the end adds an extra pop of citrus that takes the whole thing up a notch. Toss it over roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or crisp salad greens — it's endlessly versatile and keeps well in the fridge for days.

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