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Date-water-sweetened halva Calories
Tahini-based confection sweetened with date water
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Date-water-sweetened halva (30 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 455 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.7 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 7.9 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Date-water-sweetened halva Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
137
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.7g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
7.9g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 10% · Fat 51%
Date-water-sweetened halva nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.9 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.14 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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 Small Date-water-sweetened halva?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 341 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 455 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 455 kcal |
Calculated from 455 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date-water-sweetened halva
What is date-water-sweetened halva made of?
Date-water-sweetened halva is made mainly from tahini and a sweetener prepared with date water. Recipes can also include ingredients that help bind or aerate the mixture, so the exact ingredients and texture vary by producer.
How is date-water-sweetened halva made?
Date-water-sweetened halva is made by combining tahini with a date-water-based sweetener and working the mixture until it develops halva’s characteristic texture. In commercial production, the sweetener is typically cooked, while mixing and kneading help create a dense, slightly fibrous confection.
Is date-water-sweetened halva the same as date-sweetened halva?
Not necessarily. Date-water-sweetened halva uses water in which dates have been steeped or processed as its sweetening ingredient, whereas date-sweetened halva may contain date paste or another date product. Check the product’s ingredient list to see which form is used.
Does date-water-sweetened halva taste strongly of dates?
Usually, tahini remains the main flavor, with date water adding a mild fruity or caramel-like note. The date flavor can be more noticeable in some versions than others, depending on how the sweetener is prepared and how much is used.
How should you store date-water-sweetened halva after opening?
Keep date-water-sweetened halva tightly covered in a cool, dry place, away from heat, sunlight, and moisture. Follow any different storage directions on the package, and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a marked change in appearance.
What can you serve with date-water-sweetened halva?
Date-water-sweetened halva works well in a small portion with unsweetened tea or coffee, or alongside plain bread and fresh fruit. Its rich tahini flavor pairs best with simple accompaniments rather than another heavily sweetened dessert.
Can you make date-water-sweetened halva at home?
Yes, you can make a home version by mixing tahini with a sweetener made from dates and water. Matching the fine, fibrous texture of packaged halva can be tricky; add the sweetener gradually and knead thoroughly as the mixture thickens.
Is date-water-sweetened halva a good choice for people with diabetes?
Date-water-sweetened halva is not automatically suitable for people with diabetes: using a date-based sweetener does not remove the carbohydrates or sugars. How it fits depends on an individual’s glucose-management plan, so ask your clinician or dietitian about portions.
Does date-water-sweetened halva keep you full?
It may be more filling than a low-fat sweet because tahini provides fat and protein. Still, date-water-sweetened halva is a rich confection, not a balanced meal, and a small serving is often more satisfying than eating it as a snack by itself.
Is date-water-sweetened halva sugar-free?
No. Date-water-sweetened halva is sweetened with a date-based ingredient rather than necessarily with table sugar, but that does not make it sugar-free; dates naturally contain sugars, and the finished product still provides carbohydrates.
Date-water-sweetened halva Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
1.23mg · 8% DV
Folate
24.6µg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.44mg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
168mg · 24% DV
Magnesium
86mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
141mg · 4% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
Date-water-sweetened halva Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date-water-sweetened halva
To burn the 137 calories in 1 piece (small) (30 g):
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Walking (5 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 Date-water-sweetened halva?
Date-water-sweetened halva is a variation on tahini halva, a sesame-based confection associated with Turkish and Middle Eastern food traditions. Ground sesame paste gives it its rich, toasted flavour and characteristic dense, slightly crumbly texture; date water provides the sweetness, with a gentle fruity, caramel-like note. It is usually cut or broken into small pieces rather than served as a soft pudding.
In Turkey, it may be offered with tea, served at breakfast, or enjoyed after a meal; elsewhere, it works well as a small sweet alongside coffee or tea. It is energy-dense, with 26.4 g of fat per 100 g, so a modest piece is often satisfying. Pair it with fresh fruit or an unsweetened drink to balance its richness.
How Nutritious Is Date-water-sweetened halva?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Date-water-sweetened halva Processed?
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.
Does Date-water-sweetened halva Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date-water-sweetened halva Good For?
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
Date-water-sweetened halva Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.91g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 81:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (81:1).
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