The Best Easy 30 Minute Tahini Pasta Recipe

Say hello to your new favourite easy weeknight dinner. 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 and uses simple ingredients. 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. Top this pasta with black pepper, fresh parsley and fresh lemon juice.

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 in a large pot of salted water, whisk up the creamy sauce in a small bowl and chop a few toppings. Below is more of a breakdown for the tahini pasta.

1. Firstly, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add gluten free pasta to the pot and follow the package instructions for the pasta. Use your favourite shape of pasta for this recipe.
2. Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a bowl (tamari/soy sauce, tahini, sesame oil, fresh ginger, garlic, maple syrup, lime/ lemon juice, water and red pepper flakes) and whisk together.
3. 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), fresh parsely, salt and black pepper.
4. This recipe makes a good amount of tahini sauce, and it serves about 4 small portions.
5. Finally, divide evenly and enjoy. Pasta is best fresh.

FAQ

What Can I Do With Creamy Tahini Pasta 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. Adding a little lemon zest would make a delicious addition.

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.

What Gluten Free Pasta To Use?

There are many great options at the grocery stores for gluten free pasta. Chickpea pasta and lentil pasta are great protein-packed options. Brown rice pasta or corn based pasta are also other great options.

Other Gluten Free Pasta Recipes You’ll Love

• Vegan Pesto Pasta
• Rose Pasta Sauce
• Vegan Alfredo Sauce
• Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese