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  • Makes 2 cups

Blended zucchini adds extra creaminess to create a silky smooth dressing in this super-low-fat version of a classic Mediterranean tahini sauce. This base recipe can be further flavored with fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, tarragon, or basil, and/or dried spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chipotle chili powder. Drizzle it over hearty salads or falafel bowls, or use it as a refreshing dip for chopped veggies.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. zucchini or yellow summer squash, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender. Cover and blend until smooth. Transfer dressing to a glass jar. Cover and chill up to 5 days.

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diana3 months ago
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I just made this recipe and I am a bit disappointed. I love the low fat idea of this but it just tasted and looked like blended zucchini. I had to add more lemon juice, a lot more tahini and even some salt to get this thing tasting right.

Cathe7 months ago
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not sure I had the right proportions – I decided that 1 pound of summer squash was about 3 small ones. The dressing has quite a bite! I wouldn’t use 3 cloves of garlic if I make it again. I needed to add more lemon juice to tame it a bit. I’m rather tempted to add a little oil – eating my salad right now.

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