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Tahini walnut eggplant meze Calories
Plant-based source of fiber and unsaturated fats
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Tahini walnut eggplant meze (75 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tahini walnut eggplant meze Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
129
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
10.6g
· 14% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 9% · Fat 69%
Tahini walnut eggplant meze nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 129 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.52 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Serving of Tahini walnut eggplant meze?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 52 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 103 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 240 g | 413 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini walnut eggplant meze
What is tahini walnut eggplant meze?
Tahini walnut eggplant meze is a savory dip made with cooked eggplant, tahini and walnuts. It is commonly brightened with lemon and garlic, then served as part of a meze spread with bread or alongside a meal.
How do you make tahini walnut eggplant meze?
To make tahini walnut eggplant meze, roast or grill eggplant until tender, scoop out the flesh and let excess moisture drain. Mash it with tahini, lemon and garlic, then finish with chopped walnuts and olive oil.
Is tahini walnut eggplant meze the same as baba ganoush?
No, tahini walnut eggplant meze is not exactly the same as baba ganoush. Both often combine eggplant and tahini, but this meze features walnuts, while baba ganoush recipes vary and may include ingredients such as pomegranate molasses or herbs.
Should you roast or grill eggplant for tahini walnut eggplant meze?
Either method works for tahini walnut eggplant meze. Grilling or cooking directly over a flame gives the eggplant a smokier flavor, while oven-roasting is convenient and cooks several eggplants evenly; in both cases, cook until the flesh is very soft.
How do you keep tahini walnut eggplant meze from tasting bitter?
Use fresh, firm eggplant and taste the mixture before serving to prevent bitterness from dominating tahini walnut eggplant meze. If it tastes slightly bitter, add lemon juice gradually and balance it with a little more tahini rather than adding extra salt.
Can tahini walnut eggplant meze be made ahead?
Yes, tahini walnut eggplant meze can be made ahead and chilled until serving. For the best texture, stir in the chopped walnuts and add the olive-oil garnish shortly before serving, rather than letting the nuts sit in the mixture.
How long does tahini walnut eggplant meze last in the fridge?
Tahini walnut eggplant meze keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Use a clean utensil each time you serve it, and discard any portion that has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you freeze tahini walnut eggplant meze?
Yes, tahini walnut eggplant meze can be frozen, though thawed eggplant may become softer or watery. Freeze it without the walnut garnish, thaw it in the refrigerator, then stir well and add fresh walnuts before serving.
What should you serve with tahini walnut eggplant meze?
Serve tahini walnut eggplant meze with pita, flatbread or crisp vegetables as a dip, or alongside grilled vegetables and kebabs. Its creamy, nutty flavor also fits well on a shared mezze platter with pickles and fresh herbs.
Why is tahini walnut eggplant meze watery?
Tahini walnut eggplant meze is often watery because the cooked eggplant retained too much moisture. Let the peeled flesh drain in a sieve before mixing, and add lemon juice gradually so the finished dip stays thick.
Tahini walnut eggplant meze Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Folate
23.25µg · 6% DV
Vitamin E
0.86mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
44mg · 10% DV
Sodium
184mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
214mg · 6% DV
Tahini walnut eggplant meze Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini walnut eggplant meze
To burn the 129 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 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 walnut eggplant meze?
Tahini walnut eggplant meze brings roasted eggplant together with tahini and walnuts, in a style shared across Turkish and wider Eastern Mediterranean cooking. Lemon and garlic are common additions. The eggplant turns soft and smoky, while tahini adds a creamy richness and walnuts bring a pleasant crunch.
Serve it cool or at room temperature as part of a meze spread, with grilled dishes, or alongside warm flatbread; fresh vegetables also make an easy dipper. It offers plant-based fibre and unsaturated fats, with 4.2 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter spread, pair a modest portion with plenty of crisp vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Tahini walnut eggplant meze?
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 walnut eggplant meze 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 walnut eggplant meze Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini walnut eggplant meze 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 walnut eggplant meze Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.9:1).
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