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Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce

Name: Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower (cut florets); 2 sweet potatoes (cut cubes); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup parsley (minced); 2 tablespoons tahini; 1 juice and zest of lemon; 1 clove garlic (grated); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup hot water

LIZ DELLA CROCE

Updated:

02/14/2025

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Roasted vegetables with tahini lemon sauce as either a drizzle or a dip creates a perfect vegetarian side dish.

Dipping roasted vegetables in tahini lemon sauce.

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I recently shared the recipe for my homemade tahini sauce, and figured I’d share one of my favorite ways to enjoy it! My Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce is a family favorite in my home, and is a common side dish at dinner alongside my Za’atar Spiced Grilled Chicken. You’ll want to make extra of the tahini sauce. A common component of a lot of Lebanese dishes, it’s fabulous drizzled over grilled meats, as a salad dressing, and a dip for all sorts of veggies.

Why You’ll Love These Roasted Vegetables

The tahini sauce is nutty and rich in flavor, while being light and creamy.
Roasting the veggies makes them caramelized and sweet.
Leftover sauce can be used for meats and salads!

Ingredients

For the vegetables: cauliflower, sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, and parsley.
For the tahini lemon sauce: tahini, lemon, garlic, salt, and hot water.

Easy Substitutions

Tahini sauce tastes good with almost anything, so use whatever vegetables you have on hand! Broccoli, carrots, Brussel sprouts, and regular potatoes are all great options if you don’t have cauliflower or sweet potatoes.

How to Make Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce

Liz cutting cauliflower into smaller pieces.

Step 1. Start by washing and cutting your cauliflower and sweet potatoes.

cauliflower having olive oil drizzled onto it

Step 2. Put the cauliflower and sweet potato on a prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss in the oven at 400 for about 20-25 minutes.

Step 3. While vegetables are roasting, whip up your tahini sauce by mixing tahini paste, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

Whisking tahini lemon sauce in glass bowl.

Step 4. Add the garlic, salt, and hot water and whisk until fully combined. Once roasted vegetables are done, remove from the oven and sprinkle with minced parsley.

You’re now ready to dip or drizzle and enjoy your Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy tahini?

Most grocery stores sell tahini in their ethnic section, or you can find it easily online!

What is the best oil for roasting vegetables?

I find olive oil to be the best oil, as it’s a heart healthy oil that helps coat the vegetables to get an even roast and color.

How do you store leftover roasted vegetables?

Keep your roasted vegetables in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep your tahini sauce in a separate container in the fridge as well.

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A delicious way to get you and your kids to eat some veggies, my Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce will be a hit for the whole family.

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Hi, I’m Liz!

Hey there, I’m Liz Della Croce and I’m thrilled to have you here! My aim is to motivate and ignite your passion for cooking amazing meals for your loved ones. I believe in the power of real, wholesome ingredients that are bursting with flavor and won’t break the bank. Whether it’s a traditional Lebanese recipe from my family or a culinary creation from across the globe, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover that nutritious food can be exciting, affordable, and easy to prepare.