
Creamy, bright, and surprisingly versatile, this blended sauce delivers the richness of a tahini-style dressing without any of the ingredients that tend to trip up a mold detox protocol. Sunflower seeds are soaked and rinsed before blending, which helps achieve that silky, pourable texture while keeping the process clean and straightforward. Fresh lemon juice and zest do the heavy lifting on flavor, cutting through the natural nuttiness of the seeds with a sharp, citrusy punch that makes the whole sauce feel alive. A single clove of garlic, a touch of cumin, and optional cayenne round things out without overwhelming — this is a sauce that enhances whatever it touches rather than competing with it. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, use it as a dip, or thin it down a little further to dress a simple salad. It comes together in a blender in just a few minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to four days, making it an easy staple to have on hand when you need a flavorful, compliant condiment without any guesswork. Six servings from one batch means you can prep it once and reach for it all week long.
Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →6 servings









cayenne pepper
Place the sunflower seeds in the blender or food processor and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Let soak for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse thoroughly under cold running water.
Add the drained sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup fresh water, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, cumin, and cayenne (if using) to the blender. Blend on high for 60–90 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides once halfway through.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
