Calories
697 kcal
35% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
20 g
39% RDI
Fat
62 g
9g sat fat
Carbs
14 g
5% RDI
Sugar
0.5 g
1% RDI
Fiber
8.4 g
28% RDI
Salt
0.1 g
1% RDI
Tahini (Sesame Paste)
Tahini (Sesame Paste) is a creamy paste made from ground toasted sesame seeds, common across Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and some East Asian cuisines where it's used as a sauce, dip or ingredient in dressings and sweets. Nutritionally it is an energy-dense source of plant protein, fiber and predominantly unsaturated fats, and is particularly notable for its mineral content — it supplies about 426mg of calcium per 100g. It offers a high-quality plant protein and a favorable unsaturated fat profile, but because it is calorie-dense and relatively high in fat it is usually used in small amounts; it is not a major source of polyphenolic antioxidants compared with many fruits and vegetables.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.10€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C
Fair
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Nutrition
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Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C · 5.6 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Tahini (Sesame Paste) healthy?
Tahini (Sesame Paste) is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Tahini (Sesame Paste)?
Tahini (Sesame Paste) is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Tahini (Sesame Paste) gluten free?
Yes, Tahini (Sesame Paste) is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Tahini (Sesame Paste)?
100g of Tahini (Sesame Paste) contains 697 kcal, 19.7g protein, 14.2g carbohydrates, 62.4g fat, and 8.4g fiber.
Q.04Is Tahini (Sesame Paste) vegan?
Yes, Tahini (Sesame Paste) is vegan.
Q.06Is Tahini (Sesame Paste) lactose free?
Yes, Tahini (Sesame Paste) is lactose free.
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