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A thick, smooth, glossy pale-beige tahini lime sauce sits in a small bowl, with fine green flecks scattered across its surface.
●Low GI

Tahini lime sauce Calories

Sesame-based sauce with lime acidity

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

360kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

210mg

FIBER · 100 G

4.2g

Quick answer

2 tablespoon (medium) of Tahini lime sauce (30 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.4 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Tahini lime sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g

108

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

4.4g

· 2% DV

Protein

2.6g

· 5% DV

Fat

9.3g

· 12% 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 16% · Protein 9% · Fat 75%

Tahini lime sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories108 kcal
Total fat9.3 g12%
Saturated fat1.35 g7%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium96 mg4%
Total carbohydrate4.4 g2%
Fiber1.3 g5%
Protein2.6 g5%

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 Tahini lime sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g54 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g18 kcal
1 serving (small)25 g90 kcal
2 tablespoon (medium)30 g108 kcal
3 tablespoon (large)45 g162 kcal
1 serving (large)50 g180 kcal
0.25 cup (small)60 g216 kcal
100 g100 g360 kcal
½ cup (medium)120 g432 kcal

Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini lime sauce

How do you make tahini lime sauce?

Tahini lime sauce is made by whisking tahini with lime juice, garlic, and water. Stir the tahini and lime juice first, then add water gradually until the sauce reaches a pourable consistency.

What does tahini lime sauce go well with?

Tahini lime sauce pairs well with falafel, grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats. Drizzle it over the finished dish or serve it on the side as a dip.

Why does tahini lime sauce get so thick?

Tahini lime sauce often thickens when lime juice first meets tahini; this is a normal reaction. Whisk in water a little at a time until it loosens, rather than adding more lime juice to thin it.

Can you use lemon instead of lime in tahini lime sauce?

Yes, lemon juice works instead of lime juice in tahini lime sauce. It gives the sauce a different, less lime-forward citrus flavor, so taste as you mix and adjust the salt and water to suit.

How do you fix bitter tahini lime sauce?

You can soften bitter tahini lime sauce by mixing in more tahini and a little water. Strong or stale-tasting tahini and excess garlic can also make the flavor harsh, so taste the ingredients before adding more.

Can tahini lime sauce be used as a salad dressing?

Yes, tahini lime sauce works as a salad dressing. Thin it with water until it pours easily, then toss it with the salad shortly before serving so the leaves do not become weighed down.

Is tahini lime sauce good on tacos?

Yes, tahini lime sauce can be drizzled over tacos, especially those filled with beans, roasted vegetables, or grilled fish. Its creamy sesame flavor and citrus tang add contrast; use a thin stream so it does not overpower the filling.

Can tahini lime sauce be used as a marinade?

Tahini lime sauce can coat vegetables or tofu before roasting, but it is not an ideal long marinade for meat because the thick sauce can mask the other flavors. Thin it with water and apply a light coating.

How should you store homemade tahini lime sauce?

Store homemade tahini lime sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator. It may separate or thicken while resting, so stir it and add a splash of water before serving; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.

Can tahini lime sauce be made spicy?

Yes, tahini lime sauce can be made spicy by whisking in chili flakes, cayenne, or a little hot sauce. Add the heat gradually and taste as you go, since strong chili can cover the lime and sesame flavors.

Tahini lime sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

0.78mg · 5% DV

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

Folate

12.6µg · 3% DV

Biotin

0.9µg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.13mg · 14% DV

Manganese

0.26mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

63mg · 9% DV

Magnesium

23mg · 5% DV

Sodium

96mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

63mg · 2% DV

Tahini lime sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Tahini lime sauce

To burn the 108 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):

🚶

27min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

11min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

15min

Cycling

🏊

13min

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 lime sauce?

Tahini lime sauce combines tahini, a paste made from ground sesame seeds, with the sharp, fragrant juice of lime. Tahini is widely used across Middle Eastern cuisines, while lime gives this sauce a brighter, tangier profile than many familiar tahini dressings. Recipes may include other seasonings, but the sesame and citrus are its defining flavours.

Its creamy, slightly bitter richness works as a dip or dressing for roasted vegetables, falafel, grain bowls and wraps. Sesame makes it energy-dense and rich in fat, so a spoonful can add plenty of flavour; thin it with water and lime juice if you prefer a lighter, more pourable sauce.

How Nutritious Is Tahini lime sauce?

Nutrient density

Medium

58/ 100

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

38/ 100

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 lime sauce Processed?

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.

Does Tahini lime sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Tahini lime sauce 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 lime sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.35g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.51g

POLYUNSATURATED

4.26g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 103.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (103.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.