Best 7 Tahini Pasta Recipes
**Tahini Pasta: A Delightful Fusion of Mediterranean and Asian Flavors**
Discover the tantalizing world of tahini pasta, where the rich, nutty flavor of tahini meets the versatility of pasta, creating a symphony of flavors that will delight your palate. Our comprehensive guide presents three enticing recipes that showcase the diverse culinary possibilities of this unique ingredient.
1. **Classic Tahini Pasta:** Experience the simplicity and elegance of the classic tahini pasta, a timeless dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll create a creamy, flavorful sauce that coats pasta perfectly, delivering a satisfying and comforting meal.
2. **Roasted Red Pepper Tahini Pasta:** Embark on a culinary journey with our roasted red pepper tahini pasta, a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of roasted red peppers with the nutty richness of tahini. This colorful pasta dish is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
3. **Asian-Inspired Tahini Noodle Bowl:** Experience a fusion of flavors with our Asian-inspired tahini noodle bowl, a tantalizing dish that blends the bold flavors of Asian cuisine with the creamy texture of tahini. Featuring a medley of vegetables, protein of your choice, and a luscious tahini dressing, this noodle bowl is a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Asia.
With its versatility and delicious taste, tahini pasta is a culinary delight that deserves a place in your kitchen. Join us as we explore the diverse culinary possibilities of this unique ingredient and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.
TAHINI-PARMESAN PASTA SALAD
Many traditional pasta salad recipes call for a heavy mayonnaise-based dressing, but this one combines tahini and Parmesan for a lighter, umami-packed dressing that can be used on noodles, salad greens, asparagus, grilled chicken or grains. Tahini and Parmesan may be a surprising duo, but they naturally work well together because tahini, which is made from sesame seeds, amplifies the cheese's rich, nutty flavor. To add even more complexity, cherry tomatoes are blistered in a skillet to concentrate their sweetness and acidity. As with any good pasta salad, this one benefits from adding fresh scallions and mint right before serving, plus toasted sesame seeds and shards of Parmesan.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, pastas, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When the water's boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the tomatoes, season with salt, and cook, shaking occasionally, until charred and wrinkly, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl to cool.
- In a liquid measuring cup, stir together the tahini and grated Parmesan; season with salt and pepper. (Mixture will be thick.) When the pasta is drained, add 1/2 cup pasta water to the dressing and stir until smooth. Add the pasta to the bowl with the tomatoes, then stir in enough dressing to coat. (You won't use all of it just yet.) Let cool for 15 minutes or up to 3 hours at room temperature.
- When ready to eat, stir the rest of the dressing into the pasta. Stir in water (reserved pasta water or tap) as needed until the pasta is glossy and creamy. Stir in the mint, scallions, sesame seeds and chopped Parmesan, reserving a little for garnish if desired. Season to taste with salt, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.
EASY GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING
Create fresh deli-like salads in minutes with Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Pasta Salad™!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on box. Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together seasoning mix (from salad box), oil, tahini, lemon juice and water.
- Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
- Add drained pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, arugula and chick peas to tahini dressing mixture. Measure out and reserve 2 tablespoons feta cheese. Add remaining feta cheese to pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with reserved feta cheese. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
PASTA WITH VEGGIES IN A TAHINI AND YOGURT SAUCE
A creamy garlic sauce and a medley of vegetables served over egg noodles make a superb one dish meal. Of course if you were looking for something a little more elaborate, a Greek salad, thick slabs of feta cheese, and warm pita bread are wonderful accompaniments.
Provided by Bob Cody
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain.
- Meanwhile, mix together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth. Add garlic, yogurt, and pepper sauce.
- In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Saute red pepper and zucchini in oil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender crisp. Add tahini sauce, and heat through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Do not boil or overcook: this sauce curdles easily. Toss noodles with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.2 calories, Carbohydrate 61.4 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 46.7 mg, Sugar 5 g
EDAMAME PASTA SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING
A slightly different pasta salad, feel free to double it for potlucks and picnics. I particularly like to use Wacky Mac or tri-color pasta for this!
Provided by the80srule
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, preferably tender. When it's done cooking, rinse with cold water and pour in a large serving bowl or container.
- Rinse and drain the black beans and edamame.
- Thaw the corn (and edamame).
- Mix the corn, edamame, and black beans together with the pasta.
- Make the dressing by putting all the dressing ingredients in a blender (except the sesame seeds) and pulse until fully mixed.
- Stir in the sesame seeds.
- Pour the completed dressing over the pasta, and let chill for about 45 minutes-1 hour then serve. Lasts about 4-5 days fresh and great for brown-bagging lunch; and if your workplace lacks a fridge, don't fear due to the lack of dairy products!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1047, Fat 67.5, SaturatedFat 9.2, Sodium 462.7, Carbohydrate 85.8, Fiber 14.5, Sugar 7.4, Protein 29.6
TAHINI PASTA
This was invented and handed down by vegan friends- it's their response to macaroni and cheese. I've perfected the flavors, for my own liking anyway. Be sure to serve with a vinaigrette and lots of salad. It's an easy, creamy, satisfying staple. Mmmmm.
Provided by White Rose Child
Categories Penne
Time 15m
Yield 1 large serving, 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the pasta to al dente. Drain well.
- Reduce heat to low and add the tomato juice, tahini, Bragg's, vinegar and garlic if using. Mix well and partially cover for a minute, to let everything heat up.
- The serving is very important: Scoop onto a plate, and drizzle a little vinaigrette on the pasta. Then heap salad on top of the pasta and add more vinaigrette.
- Shamelessly devour!
- Note on vinaigrettes: the classic with this pasta is recipe#156751, and if you use it, be sure to put the garlic in the dressing! This garlickyness is so important! Another tasty option is recipe#191758.
COOL TAHINI PASTA
Categories Ginger Herb Pasta Side Low Fat Vegetarian Sesame Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Mix well.
- Cook spaghetti in large pot of rapidly boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Rinse under cold water to cool. Drain well. Add to vinegar mixture in bowl. Sprinkle with green onions and cilantro and toss well.
PASTA WITH TAHINI AND BELL PEPPER
Make this summer pasta dish with our Tahini Dressing; it can be served warm or at room temperature.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water; drain pasta, and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, cook edamame in another pot of boiling water, according to package instructions; drain, and add to pasta.
- Toss pasta and edamame with Tahini Dressing, reserved pasta water, bell pepper, and scallions. Season generously with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Choose the right tahini. Look for a brand that is made with 100% sesame seeds and has a smooth, creamy texture. Avoid brands that contain additives or preservatives.
- Use fresh lemon juice. Fresh lemon juice will give your dressing the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemon juice, you can use bottled lemon juice, but be sure to use a good quality brand.
- Don't over-process the dressing. The dressing should be smooth and creamy, but not too thick. If you over-process it, it will become too thick and pasty.
- Taste the dressing before serving. Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper.
- Serve the dressing immediately. The dressing is best when served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Tahini pasta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of healthy fats and protein. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a tahini pasta recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tahini pasta a try.
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