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Spicy tahini Calories
Sesame-based spicy tahini spread rich in healthy fats and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Spicy tahini (15 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 600 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Spicy tahini Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
90
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 11% · Fat 76%
Spicy tahini nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.13 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6.75 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.6 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Spicy tahini?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 150 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 360 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 360 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 600 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 600 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spicy tahini
What is spicy tahini?
Spicy tahini is sesame paste seasoned with chili or other spices. It may be thick enough to spread or loosened into a pourable sauce, depending on how it is prepared.
How do you make spicy tahini?
To make spicy tahini, stir chili flakes or chili paste into tahini until the heat is evenly distributed. Garlic, lemon juice, cumin, or water can be added to change its flavor and consistency.
What does spicy tahini go well with?
Spicy tahini pairs well with roasted vegetables, falafel, grilled meat, grain bowls, and flatbread. Use it as a dip or drizzle it over the dish just before serving so its sesame and chili flavors stay distinct.
How can you make spicy tahini less hot?
You can reduce the heat in spicy tahini by mixing in more plain tahini or a little lemon juice and water. Add the liquid gradually, tasting as you go, so the sauce does not become too thin.
Is spicy tahini the same as tahini sauce?
No, spicy tahini is seasoned with chili, while tahini sauce usually means tahini loosened with ingredients such as lemon juice and water. Recipes overlap, but a tahini sauce is not necessarily spicy.
How do you thin spicy tahini?
Thin spicy tahini by whisking in water a little at a time. Lemon juice adds tang, too, but can make the mixture seize briefly; keep whisking and add small splashes of water until it smooths out.
Why does spicy tahini taste bitter?
A slightly bitter note can come from the sesame paste, especially if the sesame was strongly toasted. If spicy tahini smells rancid or tastes sharply unpleasant, discard it rather than trying to cover the flavor.
How should you store spicy tahini?
Keep spicy tahini in a tightly closed, clean container away from heat and direct sunlight. If it contains fresh garlic or lemon juice, refrigerate it and use it promptly, since those additions make storage less predictable.
Why does spicy tahini separate?
Spicy tahini can separate because sesame oil naturally rises out of the sesame paste. Stir it thoroughly from the bottom with a clean utensil; discard it if you see mold or notice an off smell.
Can you cook with spicy tahini?
Yes, spicy tahini can be used in cooking, but prolonged high heat may dull its chili and sesame flavors. For the clearest taste, stir it into a warm dish or drizzle it on after cooking.
Spicy tahini Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
B3
0.78mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
117mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Selenium
4.95µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
62mg · 2% DV
Sodium
6.75mg · 0% DV
Spicy tahini Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spicy tahini
To burn the 90 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Spicy tahini?
Spicy tahini is sesame paste seasoned with chilli or other hot peppers. It keeps tahini’s deep, nutty flavour, with heat that can range from gentle to pronounced; recipes may also add lemon or garlic. It is a condiment rather than a standalone meal, and its exact flavour depends on the pepper and seasonings used.
Across the Middle East and Mediterranean, tahini-based sauces are served with vegetables, falafel, grilled foods and bread. Spicy tahini also works as a dip or a drizzle over hummus and roasted vegetables. It is rich in fats and provides protein and fibre, so a little goes a long way. Thin it with lemon juice and water for a lighter, easier-to-pour sauce.
How Nutritious Is Spicy tahini?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Spicy tahini Processed?
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.
Does Spicy tahini Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spicy tahini Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Spicy tahini Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63:1).
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