Tahini has 595 kcal and 53.8 g fat per 100 g – denser than peanut butter. A tablespoon (15 g) adds 89 calories. Sesame paste provides 17 g protein per 100 g, making it one of the highest-protein condiments. Weigh every spoonful; tahini's runny texture makes visual estimation unreliable.
How should I track Tahini paste?
Tahini paste is high in iron. Small amounts of Tahini paste add up faster than most people realize. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that condiments are among the most frequently omitted items in food logs — skipped 1–80% of the time. A tablespoon of mayo or dressing can add 50–100 calories, and most people use two or three tablespoons without measuring. The fix is simple: keep a teaspoon or scale near your plate and measure once. Sauces and dressings are often the hidden reason a "healthy" salad ends up at 600+ calories.