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Fresh vegetables, boiled egg, and tahini dressing for protein and healthy fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg (180 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 12.2 g of protein, 16.4 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 117 µg of Vitamin K covers 98% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
252
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
12.2g
· 24% DV
Fat
16.4g
· 21% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 19% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.06 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 112 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 490 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 360 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Serve salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg with warm pita, lentil soup, or roasted vegetables. For a more substantial meal, add cooked grains such as bulgur or quinoa; their mild flavor complements the rich, nutty dressing.
Yes, prepare the components of salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg ahead, but keep them separate. Refrigerate the chopped vegetables, cooked egg, and dressing in separate containers, then combine them just before serving so the greens stay crisp.
Tahini dressing often thickens when lemon juice is first mixed in; this is a normal reaction. Whisk in cold water a little at a time until it becomes pourable. Add the water gradually so the dressing does not turn runny.
Yes, salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg can make a satisfying lunch because it combines vegetables, egg, and a rich sesame dressing. Add chickpeas or a serving of whole grains if you want a more substantial meal.
Yes, salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg can be served warm, especially with roasted vegetables. Let hot ingredients cool slightly before adding the greens and dressing; direct heat can wilt delicate leaves and make the salad less fresh-tasting.
Romaine, spinach, arugula, and mixed tender leaves all work well in salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg. Choose sturdy leaves if you are dressing it ahead, since they hold up better against the thick tahini than delicate greens.
Cool the eggs promptly after boiling to help prevent the grey-green ring around the yolk. It forms when eggs are overcooked, and while it is harmless, a properly timed boil followed by cold water gives the salad a more appealing yolk.
Yes, chickpeas make salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg heartier and add a soft, creamy contrast to crisp vegetables. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas before adding them, then taste the dressing before salting because canned beans may already contain sodium.
To soften bitterness in the tahini dressing, whisk in lemon juice and water gradually, then taste it before adding more. A small amount of maple syrup or honey can balance a particularly bitter batch without overpowering the egg and vegetables.
Yes, you can use a soft-boiled egg in salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg if you prefer a runny yolk. Add it just before serving so the yolk enriches the dressing without making the vegetables soggy.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
117µg · 98% DV
Biotin
16.2µg · 54% DV
B12
1.08µg · 45% DV
B5
1.44mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 252 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Salad with tahini dressing and boiled egg brings fresh vegetables together with a cooked egg and a creamy sesame-based dressing. The vegetables can vary with the season, while lemon juice and water help loosen the tahini into a pourable sauce.
It works as a light lunch or supper, or as a side alongside grilled vegetables, fish or bread. In Turkey, it would sit comfortably on a home table as a simple meal, especially in warmer weather. The egg contributes protein and tahini makes the salad more substantial, with 6.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter dressing, use less tahini and thin it with extra lemon juice and water.
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
— 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
3.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.