This sweet tahini sauce is a creamy, slightly sweet, and tangy dressing made with just 5 simple ingredients. It’s perfect for drizzling over grain bowls, salads, roasted vegetables, and more.
Ready in just minutes, this easy vegan sauce is a go-to staple for adding flavor to everyday meals.
This easy tahini dressing is perfect for meal prep and comes together in minutes.
Why you’ll love this sweet tahini sauce:
- Made with just 5 simple ingredients
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Creamy, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced
- Perfect for bowls, salads, and veggies
- Vegan and naturally gluten-free
Ways to use sweet tahini sauce:
Here are a few easy ways to use this sweet tahini sauce:
- Drizzle over grain bowls, like this Tofu Sweet Potato Bowl
- Use as a salad dressing like on this Kale Cranberry Salad
- Add to roasted vegetables
- Serve with tofu or tempeh
- Use as a dip for veggies
- Spread in wraps or sandwiches
How to make Sweet Tahini Sauce:
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add warm water, a little at a time, to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust as needed.
Tips for the best tahini sauce:
- Too thick? Add more warm water, 1 teaspoon at a time
- Too thin? Add a bit more tahini
- Adjust sweetness: Add more or less maple syrup to taste
- Substitutions: Use agave instead of maple syrup, or rice vinegar instead of mirin
More vegan sauces and dressings to try:
- Cranberry Orange Vinaigrette
- Sweet Mustard Salad Dressing
- Miso Peanut Sauce
- Roasted Red Pepper Enchilada Sauce
- 5-Minute Lemony Green Pesto Sauce
- Chimichurri Sauce
- Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
Frequently Asked Questions:
How long does this last?
Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Can I substitute maple syrup?
Yes, agave or another liquid sweetener works well.
What can I use instead of mirin?
Rice vinegar or simply omit it.
If you make this Sweet Tahini Sauce, please let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and tag your photo with #veggie__chick on Instagram.
Sweet Tahini Sauce (Easy 5-Ingredient Recipe)
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This sweet tahini sauce is a creamy, slightly sweet, and tangy dressing made with just 5 simple ingredients. It’s perfect for drizzling over grain bowls, salads, roasted vegetables, and more.Ready in just minutes, this easy vegan sauce is a go-to staple for adding flavor to everyday meals.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice - about 1 medium lemon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon mirin - sweet rice wine
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/3 cup warm water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Add warm water to thin as needed.
- Serve or store in the fridge.
Notes
- This sauce thickens as it sits—add warm water to adjust consistency before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- For more ideas, check out the full post for ways to use this sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.9g | Protein: 2.7g | Fat: 8.1g | Sodium: 13.6mg | Sugar: 3.8g
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Updated: May 2026
Janet says
Any idea how long this would keep in the fridge if I wanted to make a larger amount? Great recipe!
Christin Russman says
Hi Janet, I’ve kept it in the fridge at least a week, but I think you could do a week and a half with no issue. =) Thanks!!
Kate says
Quick, easy and Delicious and worked really well with my tofu stir fry
Christin Russman says
Awesome, thanks so much Kate! =)
Elizabeth says
Oh wow! Just made this sauce for my tofu sweet potato bowls and this is delicious! Can’t wait for my lunches this week 🙂
Christin Russman says
Yay, thanks so much Elizabeth!! =)
Rachel says
Hi ! This is my first Thanksgiving as a Vegetarian so I picked up some sweet potatoe and tofu to make a filling dish for myself. I would like to try this but can I substitute the maple syrup with anything ?
Thank you for your help!
Christin Russman says
Hi Rachel, this is one of my favorite sauces- I think you’ll love it! And yes, you can substitute the maple syrup with agave, or another liquid sweetener. =)
Holly says
What can I use instead of mirin? Rice vinegar?
Christin Russman says
Hi Holly, yes I think rice vinegar would be a good substitute! Or just go without it. =)