Fructose Free Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and deeply savory, this lemon-tahini dressing is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. The base is pure sesame richness from the tahini, brightened by fresh lemon juice and a whisper of cumin that gives it a subtle, earthy warmth. Managing fructose intake often means scrutinizing every bottled sauce and dressing for hidden sweeteners, honey, or high-fructose additives — this one sidesteps all of that with a short, clean ingredient list you can actually trust. The technique is simple but satisfying: the mixture seizes up dramatically at first, then transforms into a silky, pourable ribbon as you whisk in olive oil and cold water. Lemon zest is optional but worth it if you want an extra hit of citrus fragrance without any added sugar. It keeps well and loosens back up with a splash of water, so you can make a batch ahead and drizzle it over salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls all week long.
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6 servings
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3–4 tbsp cold water, plus more as needed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin until combined — the mixture will seize and look thick and paste-like at first.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until incorporated.
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