Creamy Vegan Sesame Sauce with Maple Syrup and Lemon

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Creamy Vegan Sesame Sauce with Maple Syrup and Lemon

This vegan sesame sauce is a wonderful addition to many dishes and brings a touch of Middle Eastern cuisine to your table. Sesame sauces, often based on tahini (sesame paste), are a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine and are known for their rich, nutty flavor. This simple yet versatile sauce is not only incredibly delicious but also quick to prepare and perfect for salads, falafel, vegetables, or as a dip. It's a fantastic way to add depth and creaminess to dishes, entirely without animal products. A real must-have for every vegan kitchen!

Allergens
Vegan
Halal
Lactose-Free
Gluten-Free
544kcal

4 Portions · 238 g

Protein
16 g
Carbohydrates
14 g
Fat
46 g
Fiber
5 g
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4

g
  • Soy yogurt150 grams
  • Tahini50 grams
  • Maple Syrup1 tablespoon
  • Salt½ teaspoon
  • Black Pepper½ teaspoon
  • Lemon¼
  • Sesame Oil1 tablespoon
  • Garlic1 clove

Instructions

  1. 1

    Squeeze the juice from a quarter lemon.

  2. 2

    Mix the lemon juice with all remaining ingredients.

  3. 3

    Done!

Serving and Storing

  1. 4

    The vegan sesame sauce is ready to serve immediately. But you can also let it chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes so the flavors can develop even better.

    Timer15 min
  2. 5

    Serve the sauce as a dip with falafel, vegetable sticks, as a dressing for salads, or as a side for bowls and vegan main courses.

  3. 6

    Leftovers of the sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and will keep for up to 3-4 days.

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