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A thick, smooth beige tahini mixture is dotted with small golden-yellow pollen granules, with a few grains scattered across the surface.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
💪High Protein

Tahini pollen mixture Calories

Energy-dense sesame-based mixture with bee pollen

CALORIES · 100 G

612kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

468mg

FIBER · 100 G

8.6g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Tahini pollen mixture (20 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 612 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Tahini pollen mixture Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g

122

KCAL / 20G

Carbs

4.3g

· 2% DV

Protein

3.7g

· 7% DV

Fat

10.2g

· 13% DV

Fiber

1.7g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 12% · Fat 74%

Tahini pollen mixture nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories122 kcal
Total fat10.2 g13%
Saturated fat1.44 g7%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium3.6 mg0%
Total carbohydrate4.3 g2%
Fiber1.7 g6%
Protein3.7 g7%

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 pollen mixture?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)20 g122 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)7 g43 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)15 g92 kcal
1 serving (medium)25 g153 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)30 g184 kcal
3 tablespoon (triple)45 g275 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)60 g367 kcal
100 g100 g612 kcal
½ cup (half)120 g734 kcal

Calculated from 612 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini pollen mixture

What is a tahini pollen mixture?

A tahini pollen mixture combines sesame paste (tahini) with bee pollen. It has a rich, earthy taste and a thick texture; recipes vary, so check the ingredient list if you want to know whether a particular product contains anything else.

How do you eat a tahini pollen mixture?

Spread a tahini pollen mixture on toast, or stir a small spoonful into porridge, yogurt, or a smoothie. Its flavor is concentrated, so start with a little and mix it thoroughly; it may cling to the spoon or form small clumps.

Can you put a tahini pollen mixture in a smoothie?

Yes, a tahini pollen mixture can be blended into a smoothie. Add it with the other ingredients and blend until smooth; banana, berries, or plain yogurt can balance its nutty, earthy taste without requiring the pollen to dissolve first.

Does a tahini pollen mixture need to be refrigerated?

Not necessarily: store a tahini pollen mixture in a tightly sealed, clean, dry container in a cool, dark place, unless its package says otherwise. Refrigeration can make tahini firmer, so let it soften before stirring if the mixture becomes difficult to spread.

How do you make a tahini pollen mixture at home?

Stir edible bee pollen into tahini until evenly combined; crushing any clumps first makes mixing easier. Honey is an optional addition for sweetness, but it changes the mixture and adds sugar. Use clean, dry utensils to help keep the mixture fresh.

Is a tahini pollen mixture the same as tahini and honey?

No, a tahini pollen mixture contains bee pollen, while tahini and honey combines sesame paste with honey. Some recipes add honey to a pollen mixture, but that does not make the pollen and honey interchangeable.

Does a tahini pollen mixture give you energy?

Yes, a tahini pollen mixture provides energy because tahini is rich in fat and the mixture is concentrated. It can work as a filling snack on toast or stirred into yogurt, but claims that bee pollen gives a special or lasting energy boost are not well established.

Can a tahini pollen mixture cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. A tahini pollen mixture contains sesame, a recognized allergen, and bee pollen can also trigger reactions, particularly in people sensitive to pollen. Avoid it if you have a relevant allergy; trouble breathing or facial swelling requires emergency care.

Does a tahini pollen mixture taste bitter?

It can taste slightly bitter or earthy because bee pollen has a distinct flavor, while tahini contributes a roasted sesame taste. The balance varies with the pollen and tahini used; a little honey can soften the bitterness if you prefer a sweeter spread.

Can you use a tahini pollen mixture as a substitute for plain tahini?

You can use a tahini pollen mixture in a spread or smoothie, but it is not a neutral one-for-one substitute for plain tahini: the pollen changes the flavor and texture. In savory sauces or dressings, plain tahini usually gives a more predictable result.

Tahini pollen mixture Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.16mg · 13% DV

B6

0.17mg · 10% DV

B3

1.02mg · 6% DV

Biotin

1.8µg · 6% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.31mg · 34% DV

Manganese

0.46mg · 20% DV

Phosphorus

132mg · 19% DV

Magnesium

70mg · 17% DV

Potassium ⭐

94mg · 3% DV

Sodium

3.6mg · 0% DV

Tahini pollen mixture Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.6
Low

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

How to Burn Off Tahini pollen mixture

To burn the 122 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):

🚶

30min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

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 pollen mixture?

Tahini pollen mixture combines tahini—a paste made from ground sesame seeds—with bee pollen. It is sold as a spoonable spread and can also be mixed at home. The texture is thick and slightly grainy, with tahini’s toasted, nutty flavour balanced by the pollen’s floral notes. In Turkey it is often eaten at breakfast, spread on bread or stirred into yoghurt; English-speaking readers can try it on toast or oatmeal, or alongside plain yoghurt. It is rich in energy and sesame fat, with some protein and fibre. Its concentrated flavour means a small spoonful is often enough; pair it with unsweetened yoghurt for a less sweet serving.

How Nutritious Is Tahini pollen mixture?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 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

58/ 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 pollen mixture 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 pollen mixture 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 pollen mixture Good For?

Vegan

— Not 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 pollen mixture Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.44g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.88g

POLYUNSATURATED

4.32g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 69.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (69.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.