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Tahini walnut dessert Calories
Traditional dessert made with tahini, walnuts, and sugar
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tahini walnut dessert (50 g) has 210 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Tahini walnut dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
210
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
14g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 7% · Fat 59%
Tahini walnut dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 walnut dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 336 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 420 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini walnut dessert
What is tahini walnut dessert?
Tahini walnut dessert is a sweet made with tahini, walnuts and sugar. The name covers different preparations rather than one fixed recipe, so it may be shaped as a mixture or combined with dough, depending on the version.
How do you make tahini walnut dessert?
Tahini walnut dessert is made by combining tahini, chopped or crushed walnuts and sugar. Some recipes fold the mixture into dough and bake it, while others shape and chill it; follow the recipe’s method for setting the texture.
Is tahini walnut dessert the same as tahini halva?
No, tahini walnut dessert is not necessarily tahini halva. Tahini halva has a characteristic fibrous, crumbly texture, while tahini walnut dessert can take several forms and may include dough or other ingredients to bind it.
Where does tahini walnut dessert come from?
Tahini walnut dessert does not have one universally established regional origin or a single standard recipe. Tahini and walnuts are used in sweets across the region, so a particular version’s origin is best tied to the specific recipe or local tradition.
What does tahini walnut dessert taste like?
Tahini walnut dessert tastes rich, nutty and slightly toasted, with sweetness from the sugar. Tahini can bring a mild natural bitterness, while the walnuts add crunch; the balance varies with the recipe and how finely the nuts are chopped.
How should you serve tahini walnut dessert?
Serve tahini walnut dessert in small pieces once it has set or cooled, according to its recipe. Tea or unsweetened coffee complements its rich, sweet flavor, and a little time at room temperature can soften a chilled serving.
How should you store tahini walnut dessert?
Store tahini walnut dessert in an airtight container in a cool, dry place if its ingredients are shelf-stable. If the recipe includes perishable ingredients, refrigerate it; bring a chilled portion out briefly before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze tahini walnut dessert?
Yes, you can freeze tahini walnut dessert, although its texture may change after thawing. Wrap individual portions well, keep them in a sealed freezer-safe container, and thaw them in the refrigerator rather than refreezing them.
Can you make tahini walnut dessert with less sugar?
Yes, you can reduce the sugar in tahini walnut dessert, but the finished sweetness and texture may change. Lower it gradually and check the recipe’s consistency, since sugar can help bind or set some versions as well as sweeten them.
Why does tahini walnut dessert taste bitter?
Tahini walnut dessert may taste bitter if the tahini is naturally strong or the walnuts are stale or over-roasted. Use fresh ingredients and taste the tahini and walnuts before mixing; rancid walnuts can also have an unpleasant, heavy smell.
Tahini walnut dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
9µg · 8% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.55mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
38mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Sodium
7.5mg · 0% DV
Tahini walnut dessert Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini walnut dessert
To burn the 210 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 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.
What is Tahini walnut dessert?
Tahini walnut dessert brings together tahini, walnuts and sugar in a traditional Turkish-style sweet. Recipes and textures vary, but the sesame paste gives it a deep, toasty flavour, while walnuts add a pleasantly earthy crunch. It is usually rich and sweet rather than light.
In Turkey, it can be served in a small piece after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it also works as a shareable treat with coffee. It is energy-dense, with 28 g of fat per 100 g, so a modest portion is often satisfying. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Tahini walnut dessert?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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 walnut dessert 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 walnut dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini walnut dessert Good For?
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
Tahini walnut dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.