Easy to make with just 6 ingredients, this Garlic Herb Tahini recipe is a homemade dressing and dip all in one! It’s creamy, and rich with a fresh burst of lemony flavor and fresh herbs. It’s great on salads, sandwiches, burgers, as a sauce for fries, and is perfect to serve as a dip.

Spoon in a bowl of Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing and Dip with lettuce and tomatoes

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It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of making homemade salad dressings. I’m also a lover of any kind of dip to serve with veggies and crackers. So, guess what? I’ve found a recipe that works for both of these obsessions.

Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing and Dip is a new twist on a simple recipe. This easy-to-make recipe features tahini as the star of the show giving richness and a depth of flavor. To amp things up, even more, I’ve added extra lemon juice and fresh herbs to elevate the taste of this “sauce” to something special.

Whether you call it a dressing, dip, or sauce, this recipe is…

light, fresh, and full of complex flavors
easy to make in just one bowl
not boring or bland
a homemade masterpiece

What Is Tahini?

Tahini is made by grinding sesame seeds turning them into a thick paste similar in texture to natural peanut butter. It’s most often found in Mediterranean and Middle East cuisines. Tahini is versatile, flavorful, very nutritious and when mixed with other ingredients, provides any dish a rich deep taste.

Bowl of Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing with carrots, celery and crackers.

Ingredients For This Recipe

Tahini – found in most grocery stores or online.
Olive Oil
Garlic
Fresh Chives and Dill
Lemon Juice
Honey or Maple Syrup
Salt & Pepper
Water

Tools To Make Homemade Dressing

No fancy tools or euipment is needed for this recipe. All you need is:

a mixing bowl
whisk
spoon
cutting board
sharp knife

To make things a bit easier on myself, I do use a citrus juicer and a garlic press.

Ingredients for Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing and Dip.

Pro Tip: When making this dressing, whisk in the cold water last. Start with 2 to 3 tablespoons and add more until you get the consistency you want.

Ways To Serve 6-Ingredient Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing & Dip

as a salad dressing with fresh greens.
with fresh veggies for dipping.
drizzled over air fryer baked potatoes.
in buddha bowls with instant pot Rice.
with grilled or air fryer sweet potatoes.
as an afternoon snack with homemade pita chips.

White bowl with Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing and Dip with a carrot.

How To Store Tahini Dressing

Store this dressing in a sealed container in the fridge. It will keep well for about 1 week. It may thicken a bit but you can simply thin it with a little more cool water as needed.

More Homemade Dressing Recipes You’ll Love!

Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing and Dip in a bowl along with lettuce and tomatoes

Last but not least…

If you make this dressing and dip recipe, be sure to leave a comment and a rating. I always love hearing from you! Also, if you make it, snap a pic and tag me on Instagram. I’d love to see your photo.