Pasta B'Tahini

Pasta B'Tahini is a creamy, nutty Lebanese pasta dish that combines the richness of tahini with the comforting texture of pasta. This dairy-free recipe is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
• Tahini - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 150 milliliters (plus more for cooking pasta)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Pine nuts - 2 tablespoons, toasted (for garnish)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, in a mixing bowl, combine tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and 150 milliliters of water. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
4. Add the hot pasta to the tahini mixture and toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
5. Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley and toasted pine nuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: g
• Sodium: 360 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from tahini and olive oil, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber from the pasta and tahini, aiding digestion.

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