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Crunchy snack made with sesame paste
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
3 piece (medium) of Tahini cracker (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.5 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Tahini cracker is a thin, crisp cracker made with tahini, the sesame paste that gives the dough a gently toasted, nutty flavour. It may be sprinkled with sesame seeds, and its irregular golden surface adds to its homemade, savoury appeal. It is best understood as a sesame-rich snack rather than a dish tied to one particular region.
Enjoy it on its own, with tea or coffee, or alongside cheese, olives and dips as part of a snack board. Its crisp bite and rich flavour make a small portion satisfying, though it is energy-dense: 100 g provides 480 kcal. For a lighter snack, have a few pieces with fresh vegetables or a simple yoghurt dip.
Selected: 100 g
480
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
55g
· 20% DV
Protein
10g
· 20% DV
Fat
23g
· 29% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 9% · Fat 44%
Vitamins
B1
0.25mg · 21% DV
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
Vitamin E
2.5mg · 17% DV
Vitamin K
18µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
160mg · 23% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 480 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43.3:1).
A tahini cracker is a crisp baked snack made with tahini, flour, and usually water and salt. Recipes vary, and some add sesame seeds on top for extra crunch and a stronger toasted-sesame flavor.
Make tahini crackers by mixing tahini with flour, water, and salt, then rolling the dough thin and baking it until crisp. Cut or score the dough before baking so the crackers break into even pieces.
Tahini crackers pair well with hummus, soft cheese, labneh, or vegetable dips. Their toasted sesame flavor also works alongside soup; add wet toppings just before eating so the crackers stay crisp.
Store tahini crackers in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them in a cool, dry place away from steam and moisture, which can quickly soften their thin, crisp texture.
Yes, you can freeze tahini crackers in a well-sealed container, though they may lose some crispness after thawing. Let them thaw, then warm them briefly in the oven and cool them before serving.
Tahini cracker dough often crumbles when it is too dry or has not rested enough to hydrate. Add water a little at a time until it holds together, then let it rest briefly before rolling it thin.
You can usually crisp up softened tahini crackers by spreading them on a baking tray and warming them gently in the oven. Let them cool completely before storing; sealing them while warm traps moisture.
Yes, tahini crackers go well with cheese, especially creamy or mild varieties that complement their sesame flavor. Try them with labneh, cream cheese, or a soft goat cheese, and add cucumber or herbs for a savory snack.
Yes, tahini crackers can stand in for bread when serving dips, because their firm, crisp surface can carry a small topping. They are more fragile than many flatbreads, so avoid piling on very wet or heavy spreads.
Tahini crackers do not cause weight gain by themselves, but they are easy to snack on in large amounts. Serve a portion on a plate rather than eating from the package, and pair it with a filling dip or vegetables.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.