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Savory spread made with walnuts and fenugreek, rich and aromatic
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Walnut fenugreek spread (20 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
84
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% 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 16% · Protein 11% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.82 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 128 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 60 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 336 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.
Walnut fenugreek spread is a savory Turkish-style paste made with walnuts and fenugreek, often seasoned with ingredients such as garlic, pepper, or tomato paste. Recipes vary, so its texture and intensity can differ from one version to another.
Walnut fenugreek spread is commonly eaten on bread or served as a meze alongside a meal. Its bold, savory flavor also works as a small accompaniment to cheese, vegetables, or grilled foods.
Walnuts and fenugreek give walnut fenugreek spread its defining character. Many recipes also use garlic, pepper, tomato paste, oil, or other spices, but there is no single fixed ingredient list for every version.
To make walnut fenugreek spread, finely grind walnuts and mix them with fenugreek and your chosen seasonings. Add a little oil or tomato paste if needed for texture, then adjust the garlic and pepper to your taste.
No. Walnut fenugreek spread is prepared as a dip or spread and includes walnuts, while the fenugreek mixture on Turkish pastırma is a seasoned coating applied to cured meat. Their ingredients and intended uses are different.
Walnut fenugreek spread tastes rich and savory, with a distinctive, slightly bitter, aromatic note from fenugreek. Garlic, chili, and tomato paste, when included, can make it sharper, hotter, or more tangy.
Yes, walnut fenugreek spread can be served as a dip or meze. Offer it with bread or fresh vegetables, and start with a small amount because the fenugreek and garlic flavors can be quite assertive.
Keep walnut fenugreek spread in a clean, tightly covered container in the refrigerator, and use a clean utensil each time. Discard it if you notice mold, an unusual odor, or a marked change in appearance.
Yes, walnut fenugreek spread can be frozen in a sealed container, preferably in small portions. The oil or texture may separate after thawing, so thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it well before serving.
It can cause discomfort if you eat a large amount, particularly if its rich texture, garlic, or chili does not suit you. Anyone with a walnut allergy should avoid walnut fenugreek spread.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Folate
12.4µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
51mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
26mg · 6% DV
Sodium
128mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
82mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 84 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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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.
Walnut fenugreek spread is a savoury Turkish paste built around walnuts and fenugreek, often mixed with pepper or tomato paste, garlic and spices. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen; the walnuts give it a rich, slightly coarse texture and distinguish it from simpler fenugreek pastes.
In Turkey, it is served at breakfast on bread, alongside tea, or as part of a meze spread. It also pairs well with cheese, olives and fresh vegetables. The walnuts make it calorie-dense and rich in fat; a 100 g portion provides 420 calories. Its bold, aromatic flavour means a little goes a long way, so spread it thinly and add fresh vegetables for a lighter plate.
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
— 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
SATURATED
0.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.