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Simple Tahini Pasta

A quick and easy recipe that features a creamy tahini sauce with pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tahini Pasta Sauce
  • 1 batch Tahini Pasta Sauce This creamy sauce is the heart of the dish.
Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz dry pasta Use whole wheat or gluten-free penne or spaghetti.
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley Adds freshness to the dish.
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper (optional) For a spicy kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix tahini with water to achieve your desired creaminess and season with salt and pepper. Set the sauce aside.
Cooking
  1. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and add the dry pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain without rinsing.
  2. Pour the tahini sauce over the hot pasta and stir to coat evenly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional crushed red pepper. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, consider adding lemon juice or zest. You can also mix in sautéed vegetables or roasted chickpeas for variety.