15 Tasty Tahini-Full Recipes

Made from toasted and ground hulled sesame seeds, tahini is a starring ingredient in dishes such as hummus and baba ganoush.

A staple in lots of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, tahini is packed with protein and offers a creamy texture and flavor to the dishes it is in.

It makes a great alternative to nut butter and can be made into dips and salad dressing amongst other things. It shows up in sweet and savory dishes and can be a wonderful versatile friend to have on hand.

Here are 15 OGP recipes that feature and celebrate the unique flavor of tahini.

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1. Gooey Salted Caramel Tahini Bars

Source: Gooey Salted Caramel Tahini Bars

Try these no-bake, raw, Gooey Salted Caramel Tahini Bars by Vicky Coates that is full of all the good stuff- protein, fats, and carbs. These Gooey Salted Caramel Tahini Bars are gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free, and high in protein!

2. Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These high-protein Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies by Tara Binder will keep you full and give you a sweet treat! You can even take these on trips or for any time you’re on the go!

3. Tahini Vanilla Blondies

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This vegan recipe for Tahini Vanilla Blondies by Andri Neocleous is one for keeps! They’re high in protein, sweetened with dates, and have a nice fudgy texture all thanks to the tahini.

4. Sweet Potato Coconut Stew

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Have a go at making this ultra-creamy, hearty, and savory Sweet Potato Coconut Stew by Taavi Moore. A comforting and warm winter meal is only made in one pot and takes 30 minutes to make.

5. Tahini Cashew Cauliflower

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This Tahini Cashew Cauliflower by Sarah and Peter Hagstrom has amazing nutty flavors from the tahini and cashews, making it a filling and nourishing bowl of goodness!

6. Maple Pecan Tahini Fudge

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This Maple Pecan Tahini Fudge by Tara Weir is luscious and creamy with a wonderful maple flavor and a nice little crunch from the pecans.  The bonus is, it’s vegan, paleo, keto, refined sugar-free, and packed with healthy fats and protein, too!

7. One-Pot Lemon Tahini Pasta

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A creamy lemon tahini sauce with tons of fresh veggies makes this One-Pot Lemon Tahini Pasta by Katherine Vaught the perfect on-the-go meal!

8. Mango Zucchini Bread Ice Cream Sandwiches

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Making ice cream sandwiches is the perfect way to transform and save any quick bread loaf. It would work wonderfully with any kind of quick bread – banana bread, carrot cake loaf, lemon loaf, etc. The options are endless! This Mango Zucchini Bread Ice Cream Sandwiches by Leah Moldowan is a real winner.

9. Sweet Potato Macro Bowl

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This Sweet Potato Macro Bowl by Annie Kimmelman has the perfect balance of carbs, fat, and protein, and is packed with a ton of micronutrients. If you’re not a fan of sweet potatoes, feel free to sub it out for any other starchy carb like purple potatoes, regular white potatoes, extra brown rice, unrefined pasta, or any carb you like!

10. Cucumber Noodles With Spicy Tahini Sauce

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If you’re trying to eat a diet high in nutrient-dense, juicy foods, then this recipe for Cucumber Noodles With Spicy Tahini Sauce by Rachel Carr is something you’ll want to introduce in your rotation. Cucumber is one of the best foods for weight loss, skin health, and overall healing. Tahini is a great source of healthy fats, is the base of this sauce that has a rich, creamy texture and just the right amount of spice!

11. Tahini Kale Protein Bowl

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In need of a good summer meal recipe? Don’t worry – we’ve got it covered! If you are anything like us, you probably don’t want to be spending hours in the kitchen during these summer months. This Tahini Kale Protein Bowl by Zuzana Fajkusova and Nikki Lefler uses quinoa, kale, broccoli, crumbled tempeh, hemp seeds, and a tahini ginger sauce. All delicious things in one big protein-packed bowl ready to serve in 20 min!

12. Kale Falafel Salad Bowl

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This Kale Falafel Salad Bowl by Stephanie McKinnie is the epitome of comfort food.  It’s spicy and it is hearty enough to be considered a meal.  There is so much flavor, texture, and nutrition and the tahini jalapeño vinaigrette put it over the top!

13. Black Tahini Toast

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If you like tahini you will love this Black Tahini Toast by Annie Kimmelman. The spread is made with black sesame seeds, sesame oil, optional roasted garlic, and sea salt. Spread onto a slice or two of toasted bread and top with sliced cucumber, micro arugula, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of sea salt.

14. Tahini-Roasted Cauliflower With Lemony Herb Oil

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Dinners, in the traditional sense, are usually centered around one main dish. For a stunning centerpiece that looks as amazing as it tastes, you have to try this Tahini-Roasted Cauliflower With Lemony Herb Oil by Maikki Vasala. Along with being gorgeous, it is craftily spiced, rubbed down with a nutty tahini coating, drizzled with lemony herbs, and eventually garnished with roasted almonds.

15. Spicy Tahini Tomato Spiralized Zucchini Salad

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Spiralized veggies are wonderful when you want something tasty and easy to make. Plus, they look so pretty! In this Spicy Tahini Tomato Spiralized Zucchini Salad by Harriet Emily, zucchini, carrots, and cucumbers are ribboned and topped with a dollop of lentils and a zesty tomato tahini dressing. Top this dish with pumpkin seeds for an added crunch!

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