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Tahini Chickpea Balls Calories
A dense snack made from roasted chickpeas and tahini, providing plant protein, fiber and predominantly unsaturated fats.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tahini Chickpea Balls (25 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.9 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 2.6 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.
Tahini Chickpea Balls Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
118
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
10.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 16% · Fat 47%
Tahini Chickpea Balls nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 4.6 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Tahini Chickpea Balls?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 235 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 353 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini Chickpea Balls
What are Tahini Chickpea Balls made of?
Tahini Chickpea Balls are shaped bites made by combining ground roasted chickpeas with tahini. Recipes may add a sweetener or other flavorings, but the chickpeas and tahini give them their characteristic roasted, nutty taste.
How do you make Tahini Chickpea Balls at home?
To make Tahini Chickpea Balls, grind roasted chickpeas finely and mix them with tahini until the mixture holds together when pressed. Roll it into small balls, adding the tahini gradually so the mixture does not become too soft.
Why do Tahini Chickpea Balls fall apart?
Tahini Chickpea Balls usually fall apart when the mixture is too dry or the chickpeas are ground too coarsely. Mix in tahini a little at a time until a squeezed portion holds its shape, then roll the balls firmly.
Can you make Tahini Chickpea Balls without a food processor?
Yes, you can make Tahini Chickpea Balls without a food processor if you use ready-ground roasted chickpeas or chickpea flour. Whole roasted chickpeas are hard to crush evenly by hand, and coarse pieces can make the balls crumbly.
Are Tahini Chickpea Balls sweet or savory?
Tahini Chickpea Balls can be either sweet or savory. The basic chickpea-and-tahini combination tastes nutty and roasted; adding a sweetener makes them more dessert-like, while spices or salt keep them savory.
How should you store Tahini Chickpea Balls?
Store Tahini Chickpea Balls in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. If your recipe includes fresh or perishable ingredients, refrigerate them instead. Discard the balls if their smell or appearance changes.
Can you freeze Tahini Chickpea Balls?
Yes, Tahini Chickpea Balls can be frozen in a sealed freezer-safe container. Separate the layers with baking paper to stop them sticking together, then thaw the portion you want in the refrigerator before eating.
Are Tahini Chickpea Balls a good snack before a workout?
Tahini Chickpea Balls can work as a portable snack before exercise, but their tahini content makes them rich and filling. If a larger snack feels uncomfortable before training, try a smaller portion and allow time to digest it.
Are Tahini Chickpea Balls suitable for people with diabetes?
People with diabetes may be able to include Tahini Chickpea Balls, but portion size and added sweeteners can affect the blood-glucose response. A clinician or dietitian can help match the portion to your individual targets and treatment.
Do Tahini Chickpea Balls help with weight loss?
Tahini Chickpea Balls can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but they are a concentrated snack and are easy to eat quickly. Pairing a planned portion with fruit or another filling food can make a snack feel more satisfying.
Tahini Chickpea Balls Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
52.5µg · 13% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.63µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
91mg · 13% DV
Magnesium
36mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
143mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
Tahini Chickpea Balls Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini Chickpea Balls
To burn the 118 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tahini Chickpea Balls?
Tahini Chickpea Balls are a compact snack made by combining roasted chickpeas, usually crushed or ground, with tahini and shaping the mixture into balls. They bring together the chickpeas’ toasted, earthy flavour and tahini’s rich, nutty taste; the texture can be soft and dense or slightly crumbly.
In Turkey, they can be enjoyed with tea or coffee, or kept on hand for a quick bite between meals. The chickpeas contribute plant protein and fibre, while tahini makes the snack energy-dense. A medium ball is about 25 g, so one is a handy portion; fresh fruit makes a refreshing pairing.
How Nutritious Is Tahini Chickpea Balls?
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 Tahini Chickpea Balls 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 Chickpea Balls Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini Chickpea Balls Good For?
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
Tahini Chickpea Balls Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 86.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (86.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.