A punchy tahini dressing turns crisp lettuce, crunchy veggies, and juicy chicken into a feast.

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Tahini Lemon Dressing

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt

Whisk ingredients with 2 Tbs. water until smooth and glossy.

Makes 15 Tbs. Time: 5 minutes.

For one serving of salad

  • 2 cups salad greens or cold steamed spinach or other greens
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or kale
  • 1 cup raw or cooked veggies
  • 4 oz. cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp
  • a few leaves of mint, basil, and/or cilantro
  • 3 Tbs. Tahini Lemon Dressing

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 400
  • Total fat: 21 g
  • Sat fat: 3.5 g
  • Carbs: 16 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Total sugar: 4 g
  • Added sugar: 0 g
  • Protein: 41 g
  • Sodium: 490 mg

Have questions or suggestions? Write to Kate Sherwood at healthycook@cspinet.org.

Photos: Kate Sherwood & Jennifer Urban/CSPI.