Tahini Salad

By Mark Bittman

Updated Oct. 17, 2023

Tahini Salad
Sam Kaplan for The New York Times. Food stylist: Suzanne Lenzer.
Total Time
10 minutes
Rating
4(214)
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Ingredients

  • 1pound zucchini
  • ÂĽcup olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2tablespoons tahini
  • Salt and pepper
  • Parsley for garnish
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

191 calories; 18 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 11 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 7 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 366 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Slice zucchini into thin rounds with a knife or mandoline.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and tahini, adding water as needed to thin to a pourable consistency.

  3. Step 3

    Toss the zucchini slices with the dressing, and season with salt and pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Garnish: Parsley.

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April

Surprise Surprise! This was hit. I like zucchini but no one else does. Made this out of curiosity. My husband didn't realize he was eating zucchini! I would pair this with any grilled meat. Interesting side. Next day I did a rough chop on these and used as a base on egg salad sandwiches.

PatsyKay

Needs some garlic and lemon juice.

Prism

This was fast and easy. My guests mixed it with the mixed green salad I had prepared with pine nuts. Surprisingly, it all worked well together. Make sure to slice the zucchini thin for those who don't think they like zucchini. Everyone thought they were cucumbers are readily tried them.

Tearee

This salad balances out a heavier dish in a delicious way. Have made several times. I love adding lemon zest each time. Sometimes we have without the tahini and just the lemon and zest. Mandalin makes it easy to get super thin slices lengthwise. Leftovers are versatile. So quick. Definitely worth a try!

Paola

This was delicious! Absolutely light and refreshing.

HOOVER

mine tasted to lemony. Added a dash or two of Frank's. Good use for zucchini.

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