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Tahini Calories
Nutritious sesame paste, source of healthy fats and protein
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Tahini Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
595
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
21g
· 13%
Protein
17g
· 11%
Fat
53g
· 76%
Fiber
9g
Tahini Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
71µg · 59% DV
B3
5.5mg · 34% DV
B1
0.4mg · 33% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Copper
3mg · 333% DV
Manganese
3mg · 130% DV
Phosphorus
629mg · 90% DV
Magnesium
347mg · 83% DV
Tahini Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is 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 Tahini Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is 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
Tahini Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
21.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
23.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 71.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (71.7:1).
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Tahini — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and how much protein are in tahini?
Tahini provides 595 calories and 17 g of protein per 100 g. It also contains 53 g of fat, 21 g of carbohydrates, and 9 g of fiber.
Does tahini raise blood sugar quickly?
Tahini has a glycemic index of 35, which falls within the low-GI range. People with a sesame allergy should avoid tahini.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.