Steamed vegetables with tahini sauce

An assortment of crunchy steamed vegetables drizzled with a creamy tahini and lemon sauce. Light, colourful and full of flavour, it is a healthy supper that makes vegetables irresistible.

Preparation: 15 min  |  Cooking: 15 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 131 kcal · 6 g protein · 7 g carbohydrate · 7 g fat

Ingredients

• 200 g of broccoli
• 2 carrots
• 200 g of cauliflower
• 150 g of green beans
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 lemon
• 1 clove of garlic

Method

1. Steam all the vegetables until crisp-tender.
2. Make the sauce: tahini, lemon, garlic and a little water.
3. Arrange the vegetables on a plate.
4. Drizzle with the tahini sauce and sprinkle with seeds.

Nutritional benefits

Steaming preserves the vitamins and crunch of the vegetables, which are rich in fibre and antioxidants for few calories. The tahini (sesame) sauce provides healthy fats, calcium and a creaminess that makes the vegetables really appealing. A light, healthy supper, ideal when you are watching your weight. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Variations and substitutions

• With seasonal vegetables.
• With a yoghurt and lemon sauce (not vegan).
• With roasted chickpeas for more protein.
• Spiced up: cumin, harissa.

Storage and making ahead

The vegetables keep for 3 days; store the sauce separately. Ideal for meal prep.

💡 Good to know

A tahini and lemon sauce turns plain steamed vegetables into a satisfying dish: it is the trick for enjoying them.

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The foods in this recipe: broccoli · carrots · cauliflower · green beans · tahini.

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