Artichoke Tahini Dip
Artichoke Tahini Dip is a creamy Mediterranean-inspired dip made with tender artichoke hearts, nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic. This Artichoke Tahini Dip recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for serving with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables as a healthy appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 ½ cups canned or jarred artichoke hearts, drained
¼ cup tahini
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for garnish
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon paprika or chili flakes (optional)
2–4 tablespoons water (as needed for texture)
Instructions
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Drain the artichoke hearts well and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Add the artichoke hearts, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to a food processor.
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Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
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If the dip is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional lemon juice, salt, or tahini if needed.
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Transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
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Drizzle a little olive oil over the top and garnish with chopped parsley and optional paprika or chili flakes.
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Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
For a milder flavor, use roasted garlic instead of raw garlic.Add fresh herbs like dill, basil, or cilantro for extra brightness.If you prefer a lighter dip, mix in a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt.Store leftovers in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/artichoke-tahini-dip/
