Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Levain bakery style cookies from Olives n Thyme Tahini has definitely been an acquired taste for me, and even though I do like it now, I’ve not always succeeded in using it in sweets recipes. One of these successful recipes were incredible S’mores tahini cookie bars (also from Olives n Thyme), so I knew I…

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Orange Tahini Sauce

I had this recipe saved to make for a while after seeing it on @soomfoods instagram. I love roasted brussels sprouts, tahini and oranges on their own, so I imagined I’d like this combo. Still, I ended up finding this dish to be even tastier than I expected! Note the original recipe uses blood oranges,…

Tahini Roasted Cauliflower

This recipe from @SomethingNutritious (on instagram) is definitely my favorite cauliflower recipe yet, and is a huge hit with my family! Delicious as a snack or side dish Here’s the recipe (my edits are in red) Tahini Roasted Cauliflower INGREDIENTS 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets 3  2 tbsp olive oil 1 1/2…

Homemade Babaganoush

Saw this recipe from Eden Grinshpan from her instagram (@edeneats) and knew I had to try it (eggplant is my favorite vegetable). It was the best babaganoush I’ve ever had! Here is Eden’s recipe (my additions are in red): Babaganoush Ingredients: 2 medium sized eggplants, scored 1 small garlic clove, minced 1/2 lemon juiced 1/3…

One Pot Chickpea Shakshuka

I love normal (non-vegan) shakshuka with eggs, and have had subpar chickpea shakshuka’s before, so I had low expectations for this recipe. My vegan friend highly recommended this recipe from Minimalist Baker, so I decided to try it, and I very much enjoyed it! I also topped it with Eden Grinshpan’s Garlicky tahini, which I…

shaved brussels sprouts salad with roasted chickpeas and lemon tahini

Amidst the craziness of COVID-19, I was shopping for vegetables, only to find my regular items sold out at my local grocery store. I wanted to purchase a green vegetable, and ended up purchasing shaved brussels sprouts. I started looking for a healthy, vegetarian brussels sprouts recipe, and came across this one from Grateful Grazer….

Tahini Yogurt Fruit Dip

I made this Tahini Yogurt Fruit dip from Martha Stewart the other day and forgot to take my own picture (so I included the picture from her site instead). I made it exactly like the recipe below, and topped it with pomegranate seeds. I also served it with Trader Joes Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps and apple slices…

Hazelnut Tahini Brownies

Trying to enjoy as much baked goods as possible before passover starts led me to trying this delicious Hazelnut Tahini Brownie recipe from Crowded Kitchen. These brownies were so rich and fudgy, just how I like them! The recipe is also vegan-friendly for those who are dairy and egg free! Here’s how to make them:…

Tahini Banana Ice Cream with Vegan Magic Shell

Just made this delicious Vegan Tahini Chocolate Banana ice cream with homemade Chocolate Magic Shell from the Minimalist Baker. The ice cream was so good I couldn’t wait to eat it before taking a picture of my own! Definitely my favorite version of banana ice cream I’ve had yet. Here are some tips for making the…

Triple Berry Oatmeal

After learning to caramelize bananas for my Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal, I decided to revise my Berry Tahini Oatmeal  recipe and make this delicious Triple Berry Oatmeal (clearly I have a thing for flavorful oatmeal bowls :P) This recipe is incredibly easy to make,  delicious, and most important, healthy! No added sugar is use (natural sweetness comes…