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Tahini

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Fats & Oils · Per serving (30g)

595
CaloriesPer 100g
179/ 30g
17.0g
ProteinPer 100g
5.1g/ 30g
21.0g
CarbsPer 100g
6.3g/ 30g
54.0g
FatPer 100g
16.2g/ 30g

Macro Split

Macro Split: 11% Protein, 13% Carbs, 76% FatMacro Split100%
Protein11%17.0g
Carbs13%21.0g
Fat76%54.0g

How many calories are in Tahini?

Tahini contains 595 calories per 100g with 17g protein, 21g carbs, and 54g fat. A typical 30g serving provides 179 calories. This fats & oils item is high in iron.

About this food

Sunflower oil is the dominant cooking fat in Bulgarian cuisine, with Bulgaria being one of Europe's largest sunflower producers. Butter features prominently in baking, while rendered animal fats (свинска мас) were traditionally used in hearty winter dishes.

Full Nutrition Facts

Nutritional Information
NutrientPer 100gPer serving (30g)% DV
Energy
Calories595kcal179kcal—
Macronutrients
Protein17.0g5.1g
34%
Carbohydrates21.0g6.3g—
Fat54.0g16.2g—
Fiberathlete9.0g2.7g
32%
Sugar0.5g0.1g—
Saturated Fat8.4g2.5g—
Minerals
Sodium115mg35mg—
Calciumathlete141mg42mg
11%
Ironathlete9mg3mg
49%
Potassium414mg124mg
9%
Magnesiumathlete95mg29mg
23%
Zincathlete5mg1mg
42%
Vitamins
Vitamin Dathlete0.0mcg0.0mcg
0%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Tahini — values for 30g

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Primary macros

Calories
179
kcal
Protein
5.1
g
Carbs
6.3
g
Fat
16.2
g

More nutrients

Fiber
2.7g
Sugar
0.1g
Sat. Fat
2.5g
Sodium
35mg
Calcium
42mg
Iron
3mg
Potassium
124mg
Magnesium
29mg
Zinc
1mg
Vitamin D
0.0mcg

Nutrient Highlights

High in IronHigh in ZincHigh in FiberHigh in MagnesiumGood Source of ProteinGood Source of Calcium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tahini contains 595 calories per 100g with 17g protein, 21g carbs, and 54g fat. A typical 30g serving provides 179 calories. This fats & oils item is high in iron.

Tahini contains 17g protein per 100g, which is a good source of protein. A 30g serving provides 5.1g protein.

Notable nutrients in Tahini include Iron, Zinc and Fiber. Per 100g: 17g protein, 21g carbs, and 54g fat.

Tahini contains 595 kcal per 100g, making it more calorie-dense. For weight loss, control portion sizes and fit it within your daily calorie targets.

Tahini is not ideal for a keto diet. At 12.0g net carbs per 100g, a single serving could easily exceed the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Tahini provides 595 kcal, 17g protein, 21g carbs, and 54g fat per 100g. Compare with other fats & oils foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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