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Dense sesame-based confection made without added sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Sugar-free halva (30 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 30 g
156
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
8.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 10% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.65 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 slice (thin) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 468 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free halva is usually made primarily from tahini, a paste of ground sesame seeds. Depending on the recipe, it may also contain nuts, cocoa, vanilla, or a sweetener; ingredients vary, so the name alone does not tell you the full recipe.
It can. “Sugar-free” or “no added sugar” does not always mean the halva contains no sugars at all: ingredients such as dates may contribute naturally occurring sugars, and products can use different sweeteners.
People with diabetes may be able to include sugar-free halva in a measured portion, but it is not automatically a free food. Its carbohydrates can still affect blood glucose, so follow your own meal plan and monitor your response.
Sugar-free halva often tastes strongly of sesame and may be less sweet than conventional halva. The difference depends on whether the recipe uses another sweetener; some versions can taste quite sweet, while unsweetened ones are more earthy and nutty.
Not necessarily. Some sugar-free halva contains a non-sugar sweetener, while other versions rely on tahini’s natural flavor or use ingredients such as dates. The recipe determines the sweetener, so the product name alone cannot identify it.
To make a simple sugar-free halva, mix tahini with finely ground nuts or seeds, then press the mixture into a small lined container and chill until firm. Add a suitable sweetener only if you want extra sweetness; the texture will vary by recipe.
Keep sugar-free halva sealed in a cool, dry place and follow the package’s storage directions. Warmth can soften the tahini and separate its oil; refrigerating it may firm the texture, but can also make it harder to slice.
Sugar-free halva can become oily when tahini’s natural oil separates, and it may crumble if the mixture is dry or has changed temperature. Briefly mixing separated oil back in can help, provided the product is fresh and the package allows it.
Sugar-free halva pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, fresh fruit, or plain yogurt. These simple accompaniments balance its rich sesame flavor without needing an especially sweet side.
Yes, sugar-free halva can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature while sealed to limit condensation; its texture may become more crumbly after freezing.
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.42mg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
114mg · 3% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sugar-free halva is a sesame-based confection, typically made with tahini, that is prepared without added sugar. It has the dense, slightly crumbly texture and distinctive toasted-sesame flavour associated with halva across Turkey and the Middle East; how it is sweetened, if at all, depends on the product.
Serve a thin slice with tea or coffee, as a small dessert after a meal, or alongside fruit. It is energy-dense and provides fat, fibre and some protein; a 100 g portion contains 520 kcal. Because its richness makes a little go a long way, keep the slice modest if you want a lighter serving.
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
1.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 80:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (80:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.