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Energy-dense sweet pistachio paste dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Pistachio paste dessert (20 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 560 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
112
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.6g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 9% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.6 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| 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 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 10 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 168 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 336 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 1120 kcal |
Calculated from 560 calories per 100 g.
Pistachio paste dessert is a dense, sweet confection made by finely grinding pistachios and combining them with a sweetener, often sugar or syrup. Recipes vary, and the mixture may be shaped into pieces for serving.
Pistachio paste dessert is mainly made from ground pistachios and a sweetener such as sugar or sugar syrup. Ingredients vary by recipe and maker, so check the product ingredients if you need to know exactly what is included.
To make Pistachio paste dessert, pistachios are ground finely and kneaded with sugar or syrup until the mixture forms a thick paste. Packaged versions are typically processed and shaped before sale.
No. Pistachio paste dessert is generally sweetened and eaten as a confection, while pistachio butter is usually ground pistachios and may have no added sweetener. The ingredient list is the clearest way to distinguish them.
Pistachio paste dessert is usually cut or shaped into small portions and served on its own, often with tea or coffee. Its rich sweetness also makes it suitable as a filling or topping for cakes and other desserts.
Yes, Pistachio paste dessert can be made at home by grinding pistachios finely and kneading them with sugar syrup. Add the syrup gradually, since too much can make the paste sticky and difficult to shape.
Keep Pistachio paste dessert in a clean, airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For a packaged product, follow the maker’s storage instructions after opening and use it by the stated date.
Yes, Pistachio paste dessert can be used as a filling for pastries, cakes, or cookies, but its sweetness may affect the recipe. Start with a small amount and reduce other sweeteners if the dessert needs balancing.
Pistachio paste dessert provides pistachios, but it is also a sweet confection, so it is best treated as a dessert rather than a substitute for plain nuts. A modest piece can fit into an otherwise balanced eating pattern.
Pistachio paste dessert may contain added sugar and can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should account for its portion and ingredients within their eating plan; a clinician or dietitian can advise on individual needs.
Vitamins
B6
0.15mg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
27mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
104mg · 3% DV
Sodium
9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 112 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Pistachio paste dessert is a rich sweet made from finely ground pistachios and sugar, associated particularly with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey. Depending on the recipe, it may be firm enough to cut into pieces or soft enough to scoop, with pistachio at the centre of its flavour.
Its dense, nutty texture and pronounced sweetness make a small portion satisfying. In Turkey it is often offered with coffee or tea, or served to guests on festive occasions; elsewhere, it also works as a little after-dinner sweet. It is energy-dense, with 560 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, keep the piece small and pair it 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
— Not 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
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 105:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (105:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.