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Energy-dense sweet made with dates and pistachio, rich in natural sugars
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date dessert with pistachio (35 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
137
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 7% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.52 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 274 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 80 g | 314 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 627 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Date dessert with pistachio is a sweet made by pairing dates with pistachios, either as a filling or mixed into a shaped date-based mixture. Recipes vary, so the name does not refer to one universally fixed preparation.
To make date dessert with pistachio, remove the pits from soft dates, mash or finely chop them, and mix with chopped pistachios; shape the mixture or use it to fill whole dates. Chill it briefly if it feels too sticky to handle.
Usually, date dessert with pistachio does not need added sugar because dates are naturally sweet. Taste the mixture first; if you want a less sweet result, increase the pistachios or add unsweetened cocoa rather than syrup.
There is no single standardized traditional recipe or region of origin for date dessert with pistachio. It combines dates with pistachios in a variety of modern and home-style preparations, and the use of pistachios alone does not establish a specific birthplace.
Pistachio-stuffed dates are usually whole dates with their pits removed and pistachios placed inside. Date dessert with pistachio can also be mashed, mixed with other ingredients, and shaped, so the broader name covers more preparations.
Soft, pliable dates are easiest to mash or fill for date dessert with pistachio. If your dates are dry, briefly soaking them in warm water and draining them well makes them easier to work with without adding sweetener.
Serve date dessert with pistachio in small pieces with unsweetened tea or coffee, or as part of a dessert platter with fresh fruit. Its concentrated sweetness pairs well with a plain drink rather than another sugary dessert.
Store date dessert with pistachio in a sealed container in the refrigerator to keep it from drying out or absorbing other odors. If your version contains cream or another perishable filling, keep it refrigerated and follow that ingredient’s storage needs.
Yes, date dessert with pistachio can be frozen. Freeze individual pieces separately before packing them into an airtight container, then thaw them in the refrigerator so they soften without becoming as sticky or wet.
People with diabetes should account for the dates in date dessert with pistachio, since their natural sugars can raise blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on an individual’s meal plan and medication, so ask your clinician or dietitian for personalized guidance.
Vitamins
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B3
0.63mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.05µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
179mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Sodium
2.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Date dessert with pistachio pairs the concentrated sweetness of dates with the rich, gently savoury flavour of pistachios. It is commonly made by removing the date stones and filling the fruit with pistachios, though the exact form and preparation can vary. Dates are enjoyed across Middle Eastern and North African food traditions, but the name does not point to one specific regional recipe.
Serve it as a small after-dinner sweet or alongside coffee or tea; dates are also a familiar treat at festive gatherings and during Ramadan in many communities. It is an energy-dense sweet, with much of its carbohydrate coming from the dates, while pistachios contribute fat and some protein. A modest piece makes a satisfying pairing with unsweetened tea or coffee.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
NOVA 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.