What is tahini made of?

Tahini is made from ground sesame seeds.

Yes, it is rich in healthy fats and nutrients.

How can I use tahini?

Use it in dressings, dips, or sauces for added flavor.

Fat

A rich and nutty sauce made from ground sesame seeds, great for dipping or drizzling.

Por 100 g

600 kcal

1 Tablespoon

90 kcal

(15 g)

Proteína	Hidratos de carbono	Gordura
17 g / 100g	22 g / 100g	53 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 11% · Carbs 14% · Fat 75%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 Tablespoon (15 g, 90 kcal) is 5% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 tablespoon takes about 22 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Savory Tahini Sauce is number 5 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 480 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

Porção	Gramas	Calorias
1 Tablespoon	15 g	90 kcal
1/4 Cup	60 g	180 kcal

7/10

Drizzle over salads or veggies for added flavor without too many calories.

What is tahini made of?: Tahini is made from ground sesame seeds.
Is tahini healthy?: Yes, it is rich in healthy fats and nutrients.
How can I use tahini?: Use it in dressings, dips, or sauces for added flavor.

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