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Sesame-based, energy-dense dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Tahini dessert (40 g) has 206 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.5 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 15.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
206
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
12.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
15.4g
· 20% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 9% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 206 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.4 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
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 piece (medium) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thick) | 15 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 103 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (thick) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (medium) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 80 g | 412 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
Tahini dessert is a sweet made with tahini, a paste of ground sesame seeds. The name covers several recipes: some are cooked until firm, while others are baked or served softer, often with nuts or syrup.
Tahini dessert is commonly made by combining tahini with sugar or a syrup and cooking or baking the mixture until it reaches the desired texture. Recipes vary, and some add nuts, honey, or other ingredients.
No, tahini dessert is a broad name for sweets made with tahini, while tahini halva is a specific confection with a firm, crumbly, fibrous texture. The ingredients and method depend on the particular tahini dessert recipe.
Tahini dessert can taste bitter if the tahini is old or rancid, or if sugar or syrup has been overcooked. Use fresh tahini and avoid scorching the mixture; a naturally strong sesame flavor is not necessarily a sign that it has gone bad.
Yes, honey can sweeten tahini dessert, but it adds its own flavor and makes the mixture softer or stickier than some sugar-based versions. Add it gradually, since the amount and cooking method may need to change.
Tahini dessert can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled, depending on the recipe. Baked versions are often enjoyable slightly warm, while firmer varieties are easier to cut and serve after they have cooled.
Pistachios, walnuts, and sesame seeds pair well with tahini dessert because they add crunch and complement its nutty flavor. A little honey or fruit can also work, especially with a less-sweet version.
Store tahini dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place if it contains no perishable ingredients. Refrigerate homemade versions containing eggs or dairy, and keep them covered so they do not absorb other food odors.
Yes, tahini dessert can be frozen in an airtight container, though thawing may change its texture or cause some sesame oil to separate. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir gently if the recipe allows.
Tahini dessert provides sesame’s nutrients, but it is also energy-dense and many recipes contain added sugar or syrup. It can fit as an occasional sweet, while a smaller portion helps keep its contribution to the meal moderate.
Vitamins
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B3
1.84mg · 12% DV
Folate
39.2µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.41mg · 46% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
142mg · 20% DV
Calcium
168mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
116mg · 3% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tahini dessert is a sweet made with tahini, the smooth paste of ground sesame seeds; recipes may add sugar and ingredients such as walnuts. Versions are found in Turkey and across the wider Middle East, with the exact preparation varying from kitchen to kitchen.
Its toasted sesame flavour is rich and nutty, and the texture can be soft or slightly crumbly. In Turkey it is often enjoyed in a small piece with tea; elsewhere, it also works as a sweet bite with coffee or after a meal. Since tahini is concentrated sesame, this is an energy-dense dessert, providing 515 calories per 100 g. A modest portion is satisfying, and fresh fruit alongside can balance its richness.
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
✓ 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
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 134.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (134.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.