Vegan Honey Mustard is spoon-licking yummyness! When it comes to healthy sauces, this sauce is a must-have in your recipe rotation. If you're into sweet and tangy, you may also like our Blueberry Vinaigrette.

Creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, this vegan honey mustard is perfect for salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables. And even better, it’s Daniel Fast approved and plant-based, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind, knowing it’s free from refined sugars and preservatives.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Healthy Ingredients: Traditional honey mustard has refined sugars or dairy, but this vegan version uses nutrient-dense ingredients like tahini and dates. These ingredients not only taste amazing but also add vitamins and minerals.
- Quick and Easy: 7 ingredients and a blender, and you can make this in under 5 minutes. Pro tip: Make your date syrup ahead of time to make this recipe quick and easy. Perfect for busy days when you want something healthy and tasty with minimal effort.
- Customizable: Want it sweeter, tangier, or with a little extra spice? You can adjust to taste.
Vegan Honey Mustard Ingredients
- Homemade Date Syrup: This natural sweetener is a great substitute for honey. Plus, it’s full of antioxidants and fiber.
- Tahini: Made from ground sesame seeds, tahini adds creaminess and a subtle nutty flavor while providing healthy fats and plant-based protein.
- Turmeric: This golden spice not only adds color but also has anti-inflammatory benefits, so this dressing is a healthy choice for you. To activate the curcumin anti-inflammatory benefits, add a pinch of black pepper.
A full ingredients list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How to Prepare
Put all ingredients into a mini-blender and blend until smooth. I love the Nutribullet blender for small-batch sauces and dressings.
Serving Suggestions For This Vegan Honey Mustard
- Salads: Drizzle over a fresh garden salad with leafy greens, cucumbers and cherry tomatoes for a flavor boost. It goes particularly well with our Chickpea Sweet Potato Salad.
- Veggie Dip: Serve as a dip with raw veggies like carrot sticks, bell peppers, and broccoli florets.
- Roasted Vegetables: Toss your favorite roasted veggies—Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, or cauliflower—with this dressing for a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Grain Bowls: Pour over a grain bowl with quinoa, chickpeas, and sautéed greens for a healthy and filling meal.
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Pro Tips
- Consistency: If you like a thinner dressing, add an extra tablespoon of water until you reach your desired consistency. If you like a thicker texture, reduce the water slightly.
- Try Spices: Want to add a bit of heat or smoky flavor? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika.
Recipe FAQs
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake or stir well before each use, as separation may occur. Freezing is not recommended.
Yes! While homemade date syrup keeps this recipe compliant with the Daniel Fast and has natural sweetness, you can use maple syrup if you’re not on the Daniel Fast. But for the whole food option, date syrup is best.
If you don’t have tahini, you can use almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter. These will still give you a creamy texture, but the flavor will be slightly different.
Yes! The mild sweetness from the date syrup and creamy texture make it kid-friendly. If your child prefers a sweeter flavor, you can add a bit more date syrup. Your kids will love this dressing with sliced apples!
Dijon mustard gives this dressing its tangy and slightly spicy flavor, but you can use yellow mustard if you don’t have Dijon. Keep in mind yellow mustard will make the flavor milder and less tangy.
Yes! This dressing makes a great marinade for veggies like cauliflower, tofu, or tempeh. Just coat your ingredients evenly and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Whether you’re on a Daniel Fast, living plant-based, or just looking for a healthier alternative to store-bought dressings, this Vegan Honey Mustard dressing recipe you’ll come back to again and again. Easy, tasty, and full of whole food ingredients, it’s a reminder that nourishing your body can be yummy and satisfying.
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Vegan Honey Mustard
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ homemade date syrup
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons water (adjust for desired consistency)
- 1 Tablespoon tahini
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- pinch black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 Tablespoon coconut aminos
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into a mini-blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
- Texture: Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to thin out the consistency.
- Leftovers/Meal Prep: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake or stir well before each use, as separation may occur. Freezing is not recommended.
Gigi & Sersie
This dressing is fast, easy and tasty!
alauna ramsey
i thought we weren't allowed to have vinegar on the Daniel fast.
Gigi & Sersie
Vinegar is allowed on the Daniel Fast.