Calories in Tahini
Tahini contains 595 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (15 g) — carries about 89 kcal.
Ground sesame — as caloric as nuts; a tablespoon carries ~90 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 tbsp (15 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 595 kcal | 89 kcal |
| Protein | 17 g | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 54 g | 8.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 21 g | 3.2 g |
| Fibre | 9 g | 1.4 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~22 minutes
~9 minutes
Approximate, for a ~89 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in tahini?
Tahini contains 595 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (15 g) — carries about 89 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does tahini have?
Per 100 g: 17 g protein, 54 g fat and 21 g carbohydrates, of which 9 g fibre. That makes tahini a good protein source.
Is tahini suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 595 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 tbsp (15 g)) is ~89 kcal. Ground sesame — as caloric as nuts; a tablespoon carries ~90 kcal.
How much does one serving of tahini weigh?
The typical serving is 1 tbsp (15 g) — about 15 g, which equals ~89 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of tahini?
Roughly 22 minutes of brisk walking or 9 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.