This creamy and addictive sauce is made with rich tahini, real mayonnaise, fresh garlic and bright lemon juice.
All is right in the world when I have a jar of tahini stashed in the pantry or in my refrigerator. In case you’re not familiar, tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds. You can pick up a jar at most large grocery stores, international markets or online.
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Tahini is the secret to smooth, creamy hummus and is a great addition to many Lebanese specialties. Packed with heart-healthy omega 3’s and mono-unsaturated fatty acids, tahini is satisfying, delicious and totally good for you.
We love drizzling it over grilled meats, roasted fish and tossing it into salads. Most recently, I turned it into a quick and easy Creamy Tahini Garlic Mayo to spread over juicy burgers. The cool, flavorful sauce complements a hot-off-the-grill burger to a T. It’s the ultimate dip for hot, crispy french fries and is ideal for dipping cool veggies.
Tahini mixed with fresh garlic, real mayo and bright lemon juice instantly transforms into a mouth-watering and addictive condiment you’ll be making again and again.
Want to add sriracha? Be my guest. Spicy Tahini Tuna Maki anyone?
Your fork is waiting.
- ½ cup real mayonnaise
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons warm water
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt.
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Slowly drizzle in warm water and continue whisking until mayo becomes smooth and creamy.
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Serve on sandwiches, use as a dip for vegetables or spread on grilled corn. The options are endless!
Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Joanne
I normally don’t like mayo but with tahini added into the mix…I could really get to loving it.
Liz DellaCroce
I don’t *love* mayo but the tahini really makes it!
Alyssa (EverydayMaven)
I need to make this asap!
Amanda
This is a delicious looking mayo! YUM!
Senika @ Foodie Blog Stalker
As I was reading… “Yes, yes, YES!” Pretty sure this is a MUST HAVE AT ALL TIMES in the fridge! Pinned :)
Liz DellaCroce
ahahha I hope you try it!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop
This sounds so interesting! I love tahini, so this must be the perfect combination for a spread or a dip!
Liz DellaCroce
I couldn’t stop spreading and dipping it with everything!!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
The most important question, can I bathe in this? :)
Liz DellaCroce
Yes we are offering complimentary Tahini Garlic Mayo baths today at 4pm! Don’t be late! PS: BYO Tots
Alyssa @ Simply Quinoa
Okay I’m already head over heels in love with tahini, but adding it to mayo? Genius! I would seriously put this with everrrrything!
Liz DellaCroce
I couldn’t stop – I kept searching for things to dip in it!
Dani @ DaniCaliforniaCooks
I’ll spread this all over a falafel sandwich, please!
Liz DellaCroce
Yes exactly!!
Susan
This sounds like the perfect way to dress up hamburgers. My husband is happy with straight mayo (and I am, too, when we are eating out), but I think I would be much happier with this tasty version. It doesn’t hurt that I was introduced to tahini and other wonderful things Lebanese almost 50 years ago…
Liz DellaCroce
Well if you think it tastes great on a burger stay tuned for Thursday! :)
Shawnna
This sounds delish!!
nancyabc
This looks yummy!
Heather - Butter & Burlap
Ohhhh this tahini sauce looks soo good! I have yet to try this ( I know, I know, I’m WAY behind) but making homemade hummus in on my to do list! Also, dipping fries in this = amazing
Liz DellaCroce
Ahhh YES you must make homemade hummus!!
Aggie
we had something similar to this at a restaurant and Larry loved it!! I just bought a jar of tahini, you inspire me to use it more!
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you try it girl!! Great on a salad in place of olive oil!