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Tahini-based, energy-dense vegan sweet with sesame
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Vegan halva (30 g) has 155 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.3 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
155
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
14.3g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 10% · Fat 54%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 155 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.38 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (diced) | 35 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 412 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
Vegan halva is usually made from tahini, sugar or syrup, and ingredients that give it its firm, crumbly texture. Some versions include vanilla, cocoa, nuts, or dried fruit, so the recipe varies by maker.
Yes, vegan halva can taste much like traditional tahini halva because tahini gives both their characteristic nutty, rich flavor. The main difference is that a vegan recipe avoids animal-derived additions such as milk powder or honey.
You can make vegan halva by combining tahini with hot sugar syrup and stirring until the mixture thickens. Press it into a lined tin and let it cool fully before slicing; recipes vary in how they create its signature texture.
Yes, many tahini-based vegan halvas are firm and slightly crumbly rather than soft and creamy. If yours falls apart excessively, the mixture may have been too dry or the syrup may not have been prepared to the right consistency.
Serve vegan halva in small slices with tea or coffee, or pair it with fresh fruit for a less rich contrast. Its dense, sweet taste also works as a topping for porridge or dairy-free yogurt.
Keep opened vegan halva in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and follow the package’s storage instructions. Heat can cause the tahini’s oil to separate and alter the texture, so avoid leaving it in a warm spot.
Yes, vegan halva can be frozen, although thawing may make it drier or more crumbly. Wrap individual portions airtight, then thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Yes, vegan halva can be crumbled into cookies, brownies, or dairy-free cakes for a sweet sesame flavor. Add it near the end of mixing or use it as a topping, since baking can soften or melt its texture.
Vegan halva is energy-dense, so large portions can make it harder to maintain a calorie deficit. A small piece can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but it is better treated as a sweet than as a filling snack.
People with diabetes can include vegan halva only with attention to its sugar content and portion size, since it can raise blood glucose. A clinician or dietitian can help fit it into an individual diabetes meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B3
1.47mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.33mg · 37% DV
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
65mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
93mg · 3% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Vegan halva is a sesame-based sweet found across Turkey and the wider Middle East. It is typically made by combining tahini with a cooked sugar syrup; vegan versions leave out animal-derived ingredients. The result is dense yet flaky, with a toasted sesame flavour and a texture that breaks into soft strands.
In Turkey it is often served in small pieces with tea, at breakfast or after a meal. Elsewhere, it may be enjoyed as a sweet bite or used to top yoghurt alternatives and porridge. Sesame gives it some protein, but the added sugar and fat make it energy-dense: 100 g provides 515 calories. A small piece alongside fruit or unsweetened tea is an easy way to enjoy its rich flavour without serving a large portion.
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.
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
✓ 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
1.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 93:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (93:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.