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Energy-dense tahini-based sweet; provides healthy fats from sesame and some fiber from figs.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fig halva (35 g) has 170 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.4 g of carbs, 3.9 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
170
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
16.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.9g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% 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 38% · Protein 9% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.54 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% |
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 | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 340 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 80 g | 388 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 160 g | 776 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Fig halva is a tahini-based sweet made with figs. The sesame-rich halva gives it a dense texture, while the figs add fruity sweetness and sometimes chewy pieces; recipes and store-bought versions can vary.
Fig halva is made mainly with tahini and figs, and many recipes also use sugar or another sweetener. Some versions include additional ingredients for texture or flavor, so the exact recipe depends on the maker.
Fig halva is made by combining tahini halva with chopped or blended figs. For a simple homemade version, chop dried figs finely and mix them through prepared tahini halva; the texture depends on how finely you cut the fruit.
Fig halva is a type of tahini halva, but it contains figs while plain tahini halva does not. The added fruit gives it a sweeter, fruitier flavor and a more varied texture than the plain version.
Fig halva tastes nutty and rich from the tahini, with fruity sweetness from the figs. Dried fig pieces can add a chewy contrast to the smooth, dense halva, though the balance varies between brands and recipes.
Serve fig halva in small slices on its own, with tea or coffee, or as part of a dessert plate. Its rich sweetness pairs well with plain yogurt or fresh fruit when you want a less sweet accompaniment.
Keep fig halva sealed in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. After opening, close the package tightly or transfer the halva to a container so it does not dry out or absorb nearby odors.
Yes, you can freeze fig halva in an airtight container, although thawing may change its texture slightly. Let it come back to room temperature before serving, and avoid repeatedly freezing and thawing the same portion.
Yes, you can crumble fig halva over cakes, cookies, or baked fruit, or fold small pieces into a batter. Because it is sweet and softens with heat, reduce other sweeteners in the recipe and expect the pieces to lose their shape.
Yes, fig halva can raise blood sugar because it contains carbohydrates from the figs and usually added sweetener. If you have diabetes, consider your portion and meal plan, and ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual care.
Vitamins
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
B3
1.61mg · 10% DV
Folate
34.3µg · 9% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.39mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
100mg · 14% DV
Iron
1.65mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Sodium
20mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Fig halva is a sesame-based sweet made by combining tahini halva with figs, often dried ones. It draws on the wider tradition of sesame halva found across Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean, with the fruit adding a pleasantly chewy contrast to the dense, crumbly base.
Its nutty sesame flavour and rich sweetness make it well suited to a small piece alongside tea or coffee, or as part of a dessert spread. It is energy-dense, with fats from sesame and some fibre from the figs. Serve thinly sliced with fresh fruit if you’d like to balance its richness, or offer it after a meal as a little sweet rather than a large dessert.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.31g
Omega 6:3 ratio 103.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (103.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.