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A vegan appetizer made with red pepper and tahini, providing fiber and healthy fats.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 tablespoon (medium) of Red pepper with tahini (45 g) has 65 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.4 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 26.1 mg of Vitamin C covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 tablespoon (medium) · 45 g
65
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
4.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 27% · Protein 10% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 65 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.65 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 45 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 348 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Red pepper with tahini is commonly made with roasted peppers. Peel and chop the peppers, then mix them with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Add a little water if the mixture is too thick.
Yes, jarred roasted peppers work well for red pepper with tahini. Drain them thoroughly and pat them dry before mixing, since extra brine can make the dip watery or overly salty.
The essentials are red pepper and tahini. Lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt are common additions, while parsley or cumin can add a different flavor without changing the dish’s basic character.
Red pepper with tahini is usually served cold or at room temperature as a dip or appetizer. Chilling it briefly helps the flavors come together, but let it sit out a little before serving if it has become very firm.
Red pepper with tahini pairs well with pita, crusty bread, crackers, or raw vegetables. It also fits a mezze spread alongside hummus, olives, and other small dishes.
Yes, peeling roasted peppers gives red pepper with tahini a smoother texture and removes any tough, charred skin. If the skin sticks, cover the warm peppers briefly so the trapped steam loosens it.
Yes, raw peppers can be used in red pepper with tahini, but the result is crunchier and has a fresher, sharper taste. Roasting softens the peppers and adds the smoky flavor associated with the usual version.
Red pepper with tahini keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for a few days. Stir it before serving; if it thickens, loosen it with a small splash of water or lemon juice.
Yes, add chili flakes, cayenne, or a little hot pepper to make red pepper with tahini spicy. Add the heat gradually and taste as you go so it does not overwhelm the tahini and roasted-pepper flavors.
No, red pepper with tahini is not the same as muhammara. Muhammara is typically built around red peppers and walnuts, often with breadcrumbs, while tahini is the defining addition in red pepper with tahini.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
26.1mg · 29% DV
Vitamin E
0.99mg · 7% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Folate
20.25µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
135mg · 4% DV
Sodium
81mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Red pepper with tahini pairs sweet, tender red pepper with tahini’s rich, toasted sesame flavour. The pepper may be roasted or cooked until soft, then served with tahini as a simple dip or side; lemon and garlic are common additions, though the balance varies from kitchen to kitchen.
It works well as part of a Mediterranean-style mezze spread, with flatbread, or alongside grilled vegetables. Tahini contributes most of the dish’s richness, while the pepper adds fibre; a 100 g portion provides 3.1 g of fibre. For a lighter, brighter dressing, thin the tahini with lemon juice and a little water, and add it sparingly.
High
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
0.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 47.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (47.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.