Tahini Pasta
Tahini Pasta is a creamy, nutty, and flavorful dish that combines tender pasta with a rich tahini-based sauce. This simple yet satisfying meal is perfect for those seeking a dairy-free, vegan-friendly alternative to traditional creamy pasta dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your favorite)
1/3 cup tahini
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup warm water (more as needed)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
- In a large bowl, whisk together tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, warm water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add more water as needed to achieve a creamy sauce.
- Toss cooked pasta into the tahini sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually to help coat the pasta evenly.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or roasted cherry tomatoes.
- Stir in cooked chickpeas or tofu for added protein.
- Use lime juice instead of lemon for a citrus twist.
- Sprinkle with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like cilantro or basil for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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