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Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Calories
Tahini-and-sesame energy sweet with calcium and iron
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva (30 g) has 159 calories. That works out to 530 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
159
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 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 34% · Protein 9% · Fat 57%
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 159 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.56 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.5 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 Slice of Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 212 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 371 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 530 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 100 g | 530 kcal |
Calculated from 530 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva
What is Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva is a sesame-based sweet made from tahini, with the dense, slightly crumbly texture typical of tahini halva. It is usually sliced and eaten as a dessert or alongside tea or coffee.
What does Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva taste like?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva tastes nutty and deeply sesame-forward, with sweetness balancing tahini’s natural bitterness. Its texture is dense yet flaky rather than creamy, and the sesame flavor is more prominent than in many grain-based halvah styles.
How do you eat Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
Slice Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva and serve it on its own, with tea or coffee, or alongside fruit. Letting a chilled piece soften briefly at room temperature makes it easier to cut and brings out its sesame aroma.
What is Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva made from?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva is based on tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds. Traditional tahini halva also uses a sugar syrup and soapwort extract to create its characteristic fibrous texture; check the package for this specific product’s full ingredient list.
How is Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva different from Greek halva?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva is Turkish-style tahini halva, made with sesame paste. The name “halva” also covers Greek semolina halva, which is made from toasted semolina and has a softer, grainier texture, so the two sweets are not interchangeable.
Does Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva need to be refrigerated?
No, Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva generally does not need refrigeration; store it sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration can make it firm, though you can chill it in a hot climate and let it soften before serving.
Why does Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva crumble?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva can crumble because tahini halva naturally has a delicate, fibrous structure. Use a sharp knife and avoid letting the product dry out; a little oil on the surface can also separate from the sesame paste and does not by itself mean the halva has spoiled.
Can you cook or bake with Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
Yes, you can crumble Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva over yogurt or fruit, or use small pieces in cookies and pastries. It is already sweet, so reduce any added sugar in a recipe and add it toward the end if you want distinct pieces.
Is Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva healthy?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva provides sesame-derived nutrients, including calcium and iron, but it is also a concentrated sweet with substantial sugar and fat. Treat it as a dessert and enjoy a modest piece rather than relying on it as a main source of nutrients.
Can people with diabetes eat Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva contains sugar and can raise blood glucose, so people with diabetes should account for it in their meal plan. The suitable portion depends on individual glucose responses and treatment; ask your diabetes care team if you are unsure.
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.35mg · 8% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Folate
28.5µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.42mg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
195mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
93mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva
To burn the 159 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva?
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva is a Turkish-style sesame sweet made by working tahini with a sugar syrup until it forms a dense, fibrous confection. Unlike semolina halva, tahini is its defining ingredient. It has a pronounced toasted-sesame flavour, a rich sweetness and a texture that is firm yet crumbles into delicate strands.
In Turkey, it is commonly offered in small slices with tea or served as a sweet after a meal; elsewhere, it also works well alongside coffee or fresh fruit. Sesame gives it some protein and fibre, but halva is energy-dense, so a modest slice is often satisfying. Pair it with fruit for a less rich-tasting snack.
How Nutritious Is Helvacı Ali Tahini 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 Helvacı Ali Tahini 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 Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Helvacı Ali Tahini 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
Helvacı Ali Tahini Halva Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 87:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (87:1).
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