Say hello to your new favourite weeknight dish. This tahini pasta recipe is so simple to make, yet the combination of flavours in the sauce makes this pasta dish seem very fancy. The tahini adds the nutty flavour, the maple syrup adds a hint of sweetness while the red pepper flakes add just a tad of spice. This vegan tahini pasta sauce is truly a party for the tastebuds. This gluten free pasta recipe is going to be one of your new staples, I just know it.
Why You’ll Love This Creamy Tahini Pasta
- Quick To Make. This vegan dish only takes 30 minutes to make. It is truly the perfect weeknight meal.
- Comforting. Nothing says, “comfort” like a big warm bowl of pasta.
- Flavourful. The tahini flavours in this gluten free pasta recipe are balanced nicely with the sesame oil and the slight spice from the red pepper flakes.
How To Make Tahini Pasta
Overall, this vegan pasta is super simple to make. It only takes 30 minutes to make, from start to finish. Simply cook your pasta, whisk up the sauce and chop a few toppings. Below is more of a breakdown for the tahini pasta.
- Firstly, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add gluten free pasta to the pot and follow the cooking instructions on the package. And if you aren’t gluten free, simply add your favourite type of pasta.
- Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a bowl and whisk together.
- Once the pasta is done cooking, drain the water and add the pasta back into the pot. Pour the tahini sauce over the pasta and top it with green onion, cilantro (optional), salt and pepper.
- This recipe makes a good amount of tahini sauce, and it serves about 4 small portions.
- Divide evenly and enjoy. Pasta is best fresh.
FAQ
- What can I do with tahini sauce? Tahini can be used for many recipes. For example, pasta recipes, stir fry, or even cookies. Tahini has such a lovely nutty flavour that it can be used in savoury or sweet recipes.
- How do you use tahini from a jar? Using tahini from a jar is very simple. There may be some separation when you open up a jar of tahini for the first time, so give it a little stir and then the tahini is ready to be added to whatever you are making. Make sure to refrigerate the tahini after opening.
- What is tahini pasta? Tahini pasta is cooking your favourite pasta noodles and then adding a mindblowing creamy tahini-based sauce to the pasta. This pasta is then topped with cilantro, green onions and salt and pepper. It is an absolute delight for your tastebuds.
- Is Tahini Gluten Free? Heck yes, it is. Tahini is made from sesame seeds so it is naturally gluten-free but I do still suggest double-checking ingredients on any type of tahini you buy just to make sure.
Other Gluten Free Pasta Recipes You’ll Love
Easy 30 Minute Tahini Pasta
This Tahini Pasta is a 30 minute meal perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is a lovely blend of nutty, sesame-infused tahini sauce and perfectly cooked gluten free pasta.
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
Tahini Sauce
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup tamari
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 1/8-1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (dependent on spice tolerance)
Other
- 340 g gluten free pasta
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the gluten free pasta and follow the cooking instructions on the package.
- Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
- Once the pasta is done cooking, drain the water and add the pasta back into the pot. Pour the tahini sauce over the pasta and top it with green onion, cilantro (option), salt and pepper.
- Divide evenly and enjoy. Pasta is best fresh.
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