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What Is Tahini and Why We Love It

Avatar photoTamar Genger MA, RD • Jul 12, 2016 (Updated: Aug 20, 2019)
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Cauliflower-Tahini-Silan

Cauliflower Tahini Silan

Tahini is ground sesame paste.  It is often mixed with lemon juice and water and used to dress Israeli sandwiches like falafel.  

100% raw tahini is similar to raw peanut butter and can be used in many ways both savory and sweet.  We love the versatility, but we also love that it is high in calcium, vitamin E, B vitamins and lots of minerals. 

Watch this video to learn more about what tahini is and how we use it. Scroll down for our favorite healthy recipes. 

We have a few truly amazing recipes in our 28 Day JOY of KOSHER Challenge, now available anytime to follow on your own schedule. 

Here are more healthy recipes using tahini. 

10 Recipes With Tahini

Arugula Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

Arugula Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

"The Seven Species"

Waldorf Astoria, Jerusalem: “The Seven Species” (SEA BREAM WITH BULGUR SALAD AND TAHINI)

Colorful-Tahini85

Colorful Tahini

Halva Oatmeal

Halva Oatmeal

Cauliflower-Tahini-Silan

Cauliflower Tahini Silan

Kibbeh Pie85

Kibbeh Pie

tahini topped roasted eggplant

Tahini Topped Roasted Eggplant

zucchini babaganoush

Zucchini Babaganoush

Cold-Sesame-Carrot-Noodle-Salad

Cold Sesame Carrot Noodle Salad

Tahini Kale Chips

Tahini Sesame Kale Chips

Tahini is made from ground sesame seeds and can be used for both savory and sweet dishes.

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Category: Videos
Cuisine: Middle Eastern · Israeli
Diets: Healthy
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About Tamar Genger MA, RD

Tamar is the Executive Editor of JamieGeller.com.  She is the mother of three amazing children, a registered dietitian, nutrition educator, and major foodie!!  Always on the search for the best of everything and often found in the kitchen cooking up new healthy foods, Tamar loves to travel with her family and visits kosher restaurants wherever she goes. Although she loves the sights, she spends more time talking about the restaurants and food she ate! As a mom and a nutritionist, Tamar tries to balance her passion for healthy cooking with her insatiable desire for chocolate!Tamar is the mastermind behind Fresh Families, Jamie Geller’s healthy, family-friendly meal plan. 

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