Sesame Yogurt Dressing with Tahini and Ginger
A creamy sesame yogurt dressing made with tahini, ginger, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Lightly sweetened with agave syrup, this versatile sauce works well as a salad dressing, dipping sauce, or drizzle for bowls, vegetables, and grilled dishes.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- Mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 - 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar light
- 1 tbsp agave syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds + extra for garnishing
- 1 dl (about ⅖ cup)Turkish or Greek yogurt
- 3,5 tbsp cooking cream
- 2 tsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 - 2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the tahini, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, agave syrup, yogurt, and cooking cream until smooth.
- Add the minced ginger and toasted sesame oil and mix well.
- Lightly crush the toasted sesame seeds using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon, then stir them into the dressing.
- Add the lemon juice, if using, and taste.
- Mix until creamy and well combined. Serve as a salad dressing or dipping sauce.
Notes
Adjust sweetness with additional agave syrup if needed.
Thin with additional cream if you prefer a more pourable dressing. Taste and adjust sweetness, salt, or acidity as needed.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.