As the summer temperatures soar, our appetites tend to lean towards something a little lighter. That's where these 12 recipes come in! From salads to noodle bowls, each dish celebrates an assortment of seasonal fruits and veggies with the creamy goodness and versatility of Soom Tahini. Enjoy these dinners while relaxing on the patio, chillin’ in the AC, or in the company of friends and family.
Crispy Fish Tacos with Tahini Avocado Crema
This is such a fun recipe for a Friday night! Beer-battered, and pan-fried Crispy Fish Tacos are the way to go. Don't skimp on the Tahini Avocado Crema, packed with bright citrus flavor! Safe to say these tacos taste even better when you're sitting outside enjoying a nice cold beverage.
Summer Squash Pasta Salad
This Summer Squash Pasta Salad will have everyone begging for a second bowl! Charred zucchini, corn, and scallions create the tastiest medley of smokey caramelized flavor. The creamy Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette hits all the notes with a bit of punchy spice, touch of sweetness, and overall rich nutty flavor. Top it all off with fresh basil from the garden. It's Diana, our Brand Manager's, favorite recipe!
Tahini Chimichurri Steak Salad
Bet ya never thought about adding tahini to a chimichurri before? We highly recommend it! The chimichurri is bright, fresh, and herby, with a subtle richness from tahini. Let the steak marinade in the chimichurri for at least 2 hours and then top with a dollop while serving to enjoy its maximum flavor!
Sheet-Pan Salmon with Green Beans, Potatoes, Olives, and Spicy Tahini
This recipe comes from Jess Damuck’s cookbook,Health Nut, and we think it would be great to share at a dinner party! After roasting on a sheet pan, drizzle over a generous amount of the Spicy Tahini sauce made from cilantro and jalapeños.
10-Minute Cold Sesame Noodles with Pickled Cucumbers
Our Marketing Director, Julie, created this recipe and it’s one of our favorite summery go-to meals! The sesame sauce has that craveable umami flavor with a little zing and coats the udon noodles so lusciously.
Peach & Halloumi Arugula Salad with Tahini Pesto Dressing
Ripe, juicy peaches and tomatoes add a balance of light sweetness to the nutty arugula salad and Tahini Pesto Dressing. Highlighting all the best summer produce! The crispy, pan-fried halloumi adds a little saltiness to each bite for a salad that is super light but boasting rich flavors.
Mediterranean Turkey Burger Bowls
Turn your turkey burger into salad! We packed this burger with all the best Mediterranean flavors like feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and a little tahini of course. Build your salad bowl with a dollop of hummus, olives, and artichoke hearts on top of a bed of leafy greens.
Salmon Cakes with Dill Lemon Tahini Aioli
Paired with an herby Lemon Tahini Aioli, these salmon cakes would be the perfect toppers for a salad. Or enjoy them on their own as a light summer meal!
Southwest Chopped Salad with Vegan Tahini Ranch
This Southwest Chopped Salad is loaded with colorful veggies (and crunchy tortilla chips). It's like a party in every forkful! And that Vegan Tahini Ranch? Don't even get us started! It’s herby, zesty, creamy, and even has a little kick of spice!
Cucumber Tahini Gazpacho
Gazpacho is the ultimate it’s-too-hot-to-cook summer meal! This recipe was shared with us from Sheela Prakash in her cookbook,Mediterranean Every Day.Tahini makes for a creamy base while the light flavors of basil, cilantro, and cucumber can shine through. Top it all off with a sprinkling of crunchy roasted chickpeas.
Kelp Sesame Soba Noodles
With a blend of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors, the creamy sesame dressing brings the chilled soba noodles and crunchy veggies to life as a refreshing and satisfying meal. Shout out to our friends at Atlantic Farms for showing us how to incorporate kelp in two different ways!
Berry and Spinach Salad with Creamy Strawberry Tahini Dressing
A simple salad that highlights fresh summer flavors! Use up the carton of strawberries you picked up at the farmers’ market to create this sweet, creamy, and nutty dressing. Super light and fresh for a warm summer evening.
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