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A smooth, thick sesame paste with a uniform pale beige colour and a slight sheen, gathered in a soft mound with faint swirls on its surface.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
💪High Protein
Harras· all products

Harras Tahini Calories

Sesame paste rich in healthy fats and protein

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

595kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

414mg

FIBER · 100 G

10g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Harras Tahini (15 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 595 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.5 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.5 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.

Harras Tahini Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g

89

KCAL / 15G

Carbs

3.5g

· 1% DV

Protein

2.6g

· 5% DV

Fat

8g

· 10% DV

Fiber

1.5g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 11% · Fat 74%

Harras Tahini nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories89 kcal
Total fat8 g10%
Saturated fat1.13 g6%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium2.7 mg0%
Total carbohydrate3.5 g1%
Fiber1.5 g5%
Protein2.6 g5%

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 Harras Tahini?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g89 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g30 kcal
1 piece (medium)15 g89 kcal
1 serving (medium)20 g119 kcal
1 ounce (medium)28 g167 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)30 g179 kcal
100 g100 g595 kcal
1 pack (large)200 g1190 kcal
1 cup (large)240 g1428 kcal

Calculated from 595 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Harras Tahini

How do you use Harras Tahini?

Harras Tahini can be stirred into sauces, spread on toast, or mixed into dips and desserts. Its thick sesame texture works well with lemon juice and water for a quick dressing; add the liquid gradually to control the consistency.

Why is there oil on top of Harras Tahini?

Oil separation on Harras Tahini is normal: sesame paste can settle during storage, leaving oil at the surface. Stir it thoroughly from the bottom with a clean, dry spoon before using.

Does Harras Tahini need to be refrigerated after opening?

Harras Tahini does not always need refrigeration; follow the storage directions on its package. Refrigeration can make the paste firmer, so let it sit at room temperature before stirring if it becomes difficult to mix.

How long does Harras Tahini last after opening?

There is no single opened-storage time for Harras Tahini because it depends on the package directions and how it is stored. Keep the lid closed, use a clean spoon, and discard it if it develops mold, an off smell, or a noticeably rancid taste.

Why does Harras Tahini taste bitter?

Harras Tahini may have a mildly bitter, roasted sesame taste, which can vary with the sesame and roasting. A strong, stale-oil bitterness is different and may mean the tahini has gone rancid.

Can Harras Tahini be used to make hummus?

Yes, Harras Tahini can be blended into hummus with chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, and water. Add it while blending, then thin the mixture gradually with water until it reaches the texture you want.

What can you make with Harras Tahini besides hummus?

Harras Tahini works in sesame dressings, noodles, cookies, brownies, and sweet tahini sauce. For a quick dressing, whisk it with lemon juice and water; the paste thickens before it loosens, so add water a little at a time.

Can you freeze Harras Tahini?

Yes, Harras Tahini can be frozen in a tightly sealed, freezer-safe container, though its texture may change slightly. Leave room for expansion and stir it well after thawing; freezing is usually unnecessary if you use it regularly.

Is Harras Tahini the same as sesame paste?

Harras Tahini is sesame paste: ground sesame seeds made into a thick, pourable spread. The term “sesame paste” can also describe Chinese-style products, which may be more intensely roasted, so the two are not always identical in flavor.

Can Harras Tahini replace peanut butter in recipes?

Harras Tahini can replace peanut butter in some sauces, spreads, and baked recipes, but it tastes more savory and distinctly sesame-like. Start with an equal amount, then adjust sweetness or liquid to suit the recipe.

Harras Tahini Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.12mg · 10% DV

Vitamin K

9µg · 8% DV

B3

0.84mg · 5% DV

Biotin

1.2µg · 4% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.22mg · 24% DV

Phosphorus

111mg · 16% DV

Manganese

0.24mg · 10% DV

Selenium

5.1µg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

62mg · 2% DV

Sodium

2.7mg · 0% DV

Harras Tahini Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Harras Tahini

To burn the 89 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):

🚶

22min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

9min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

12min

Cycling

🏊

10min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Harras Tahini?

Harras Tahini is a smooth paste made by grinding sesame seeds, a staple ingredient across Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. Its flavour is nutty and toasty, sometimes with a gentle bitterness, and its texture is rich and creamy. It is spooned into hummus and other dips, whisked with lemon and water for sauces, or paired with something sweet; in Turkey, tahini is often eaten with grape molasses at breakfast and used in pastries.

It is energy-dense, with 53 g of fat and 17 g of protein per 100 g, so a little goes a long way. Stir it if the oil has separated, and thin it with water or lemon juice when you want a lighter dressing.

How Nutritious Is Harras Tahini?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

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

56/ 100

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 Harras 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 Harras Tahini Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Harras 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

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Harras Tahini Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.13g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.93g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.38g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 64.6:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (64.6:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.