Tahini has 53.8 g fat and 9.3 g fiber per 100 g. A tablespoon (15 g) delivers roughly 89 kcal — it adds up fast in hummus and dressings. Sodium is moderate at 115 mg per 100 g. The sesame paste separates when stored, so stir before use and weigh each serving for consistent tracking.
How should I track Tahini (Sesame paste)?
Tahini (Sesame paste) is high in iron. Nuts like Tahini (Sesame paste) are one of the easiest foods to overeat. Research on portion estimation (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013) found that people underestimate calorie-dense foods by 50–200% when eyeballing portions. A small handful can easily be 300+ calories. The best habit: pre-portion into 30 g bags or use a scale each time. Also check whether your nuts are raw, roasted, or roasted-in-oil — the roasted-in-oil versions add extra fat that is not in the raw nutrition values.