Lemon Tahini Dressing Recipe

We’ve already established that I like easy wins in the kitchen. For me – a good dressing or sauce ticks that box every time. You can take a basic plate of fish and veg and turn it into something really delicious in no time and with very few ingredients. What’s not to love?

Dressings and sauces are also the perfect way to pack more nutrients into a dish – particularly herbs, spices and essential fats, which are often brilliant little hormone harmonisers! By experimenting with different dressings and sauces, you can easily enhance the nutritional value and taste of your meals.

This tahini sauce is an absolute go-to for me. It’s so versatile and can be adapted to make a lovely creamy sauce for on top of hot dishes such as fish, meat or roast vegetables, or loosened up with more water to create a salad dressing that is delicious with everything from a green salad to a more robust quinoa or couscous concoction. Did I mention its a great dip with crudités too….and I have been known to spread it on toast. Told you – V.E.R.S.I.T.I.L.E!

Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds that is commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is one of the main components in traditionally made humous. The great news for midlife women is that it is rich in hormone-healthy nutrients such as protein, essential fats, and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and calcium. Tahini is also a good source of lignans, a type of plant compound that has been linked to balancing hormones. Lignans can help regulate oestrogen levels in the body which can help manage menopausal symptoms.

I’ll let you get cracking now.

Lemon Tahini Dressing Recipe

Health Benefits of my Lemon Tahini Dressing

• Tahini, which is high in hormone supporting minerals such as calcium, iron, and magnesium
• Lemon juice adds vitamin C and antioxidants to the mix, which help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, which can disrupt the endocrine system and lead to hormonal imbalances
• Vitamin C supports the production of progesterone
• Tahini is a good source of fibre, which can help support digestive function. Lemon juice can also help stimulate the production of digestive enzymes. Good digestive function supports the elimination of used and excess hormones from the body
• Tahini is a good source of lignans, a type of plant compound linked to balancing oestrogen levels in the body
• Tahini is high in calcium, which is important for bone health. Lemon juice can also help with the absorption of calcium in the body
• Tahini is a good source of protein and essential fats, which support hormone balance and can help you feel fuller for longer, reducing cravings for unhealthy snacks
• Tahini and lemon juice both contain anti-inflammatory compounds that may help reduce inflammation in the body and reduce menopausal symptoms
• Garlic contains compounds like allicin and diallyl sulfide that have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and promote hormone balance. It can also help support healthy detoxification of hormones through the liver. Finally, garlic may help regulate oestrogen metabolism

Let me know what you think of this recipe and share your variations and other ways you use tahini. For more like it keep an eye on the blog. And if you’re interested in nutrition for midlife and menopause then head to my blog where you’ll find lots of posts offering practical tips for staying well in midlife and beyond.

If you like what you’ve read and would like more practical information and tips on nutrition, lifestyle and mindset for midlife women then I’d love it if you followed me at motherflushingmidlife at the social links below.