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Dark hulled tahini Calories
Tahini made from whole, unhulled sesame seeds; higher in fiber and minerals
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Dark hulled tahini (15 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 595 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Dark hulled tahini Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
89
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
2.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 14% · Fat 76%
Dark hulled tahini nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.13 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Dark hulled tahini?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 167 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 179 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 1428 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 1488 kcal |
Calculated from 595 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dark hulled tahini
What is dark hulled tahini?
Dark hulled tahini is a sesame paste made by grinding whole sesame seeds with their outer coats. Compared with tahini made from peeled seeds, it is typically darker, more robust in flavor, and sometimes slightly gritty.
How is dark hulled tahini different from regular tahini?
Dark hulled tahini is made with unhulled sesame seeds, while regular tahini is commonly made from hulled seeds. The seed coats give it a darker color and a stronger, earthier taste; texture can also be less smooth.
Does dark hulled tahini taste bitter?
Dark hulled tahini can taste mildly bitter and more earthy than pale tahini, but it should still taste pleasantly nutty. Pairing it with lemon, honey, or a sweetener can balance its stronger sesame flavor.
How do you use dark hulled tahini?
Use dark hulled tahini in hummus, salad dressings, sauces, or as a spread on toast. Whisking it with lemon juice and water makes a pourable sauce, while adding it to baked goods gives them a deeper sesame flavor.
Can dark hulled tahini replace regular tahini in recipes?
Yes, dark hulled tahini can usually replace regular tahini in equal amounts. Its more assertive flavor may change the taste of hummus, cookies, or sauces, so taste the mixture before adding more salt, lemon, or sweetener.
Why does dark hulled tahini separate?
Oil can rise to the top of dark hulled tahini as the sesame solids settle; this separation is normal and does not by itself mean the paste has spoiled. Stir thoroughly from the bottom with a clean, sturdy spoon before using.
How should you store dark hulled tahini after opening?
Keep dark hulled tahini tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and always use a clean spoon. Refrigeration can make the paste firmer, so stir it well before serving if you store it chilled.
Can you make hummus with dark hulled tahini?
Yes, dark hulled tahini works in hummus and gives it a more pronounced, earthy sesame taste than pale tahini. Start with the amount your recipe calls for, then adjust lemon juice and seasoning after blending.
Can dark hulled tahini be used in baking?
Yes, dark hulled tahini can be added to cookies, brownies, breads, and cakes. It brings a strong toasted-sesame character and a darker color, so it is especially suited to recipes where that flavor will complement the other ingredients.
Is dark hulled tahini supposed to be gritty?
It can be slightly coarser than tahini made from hulled sesame because the seed coats are ground into the paste. Stirring helps distribute the texture, but it may not become as silky as a finely milled, hulled-seed tahini.
Dark hulled tahini Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.55µg · 9% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
B3
0.81mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Calcium
144mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
69mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.7mg · 0% DV
Dark hulled tahini Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dark hulled tahini
To burn the 89 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dark hulled tahini?
Kabuklu esmer tahin is dark tahini made by grinding sesame seeds with their hulls intact; in English, it is best described as dark, unhulled sesame tahini. Its flavour is more robust and slightly bitter than pale tahini, with a thick texture that can be a little coarse.
In Turkey, tahini is often mixed with pekmez (grape molasses) for breakfast, and it is also used in halva and savoury sauces. Elsewhere, try it in hummus, dressings or spread on toast, thinning it with lemon juice or water as needed. It is relatively high in fibre, so a small spoonful can add a distinctive sesame flavour and richness to a meal.
How Nutritious Is Dark hulled tahini?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Dark hulled tahini Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Dark hulled tahini Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dark hulled tahini Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Dark hulled tahini Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 64.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (64.6:1).
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