Tahini, Lemon, and Parsley Sauce (Tarator)

Ingredients

• ²⁄₃ cup tahini
• ¹⁄₂ cup fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
• 2 tsp. minced fresh garlic
• Finely grated zest of ½ lime (2 tsp.)
• 1 packed cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
• ¹⁄₂ jalapeño (¼ oz.), stemmed, seeded, and finely diced (optional)
• Kosher salt

Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the tahini, lemon juice, ½ cup water, and the garlic; process on high speed until smooth and completely white, 2–3 minutes. Add the zest, parsley, and jalapeño; pulse to combine. Season with salt and serve.