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Butternut Tahini Dressing

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Today was one of those get-me-a-glass-of-wine-now days at work. I’ll spare you the details, but tackling big projects and growing pains is not fun mixed with the holidays and stressed out co-workers. But I think Leela is a little more stressed than me today. She’s been getting a little cranky when Miko or Smokey gets too close to her comfy fireplace bed.

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She has her comfort zone and lets them know when it’s being invaded.

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Can’t blame her, I have those days too. My comfort zone has been salads this week … well most weeks. But especially during the holidays to combat much of the rich eating with healthier eating at home. I threw together a simple butternut squash-based dressing in the Vitamix this week that got a thumbs up from hubby and that’s not easy for veggie-based dressings. This one is smokey, warming, and packs a nice garlic kick with a hearty and creamy texture. But still light not being loaded with oil or cream.

Butternut Tahini Dressing

  • 1 cup chopped raw butternut squash chunks
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 clove or garlic
  • 1/2 cup water as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Place all ingredients into a blender and blend to a smooth and creamy texture. Serve and enjoy! Makes 4 servings.

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The color is a warm golden orange, perfect for winter.

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And it was great on this simple spinach salad with tomatoes, black beans, carrots, cabbage, etc.

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Keep it healthy and hearty with this lovely winter dressing!

Comments

  1. Hahaha! I feel ya’ Leela! I had one of those days this week too. :)

    This salad dressing looks delicious Christine. My husband hates creamy dressing because he loathes ingredients that make them creamy, like mayo, sour cream, etc. I think he’d love this because he is a squash and garlic fan. I have a butternut squash sitting in my kitchen just waiting to be turned into this yummy dressing. Thanks for the inspiration.