Tahini: Nutrition Facts
Tahini is a paste ground from roasted, hulled sesame seeds, used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. The figures here are for tahini from roasted and toasted kernels, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 595 | 17.0 | 21.2 | 9.3 | 53.8 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 595 (30%) | 17.0 (34%) | 21.2 (8%) | 9.3 (33%) | 53.8 (69%) |
| 1 tbsp (~15 g) | 89 (4%) | 2.6 (5%) | 3.2 (1%) | 1.4 (5%) | 8.1 (10%) |
| 1 oz (~28 g) | 169 (8%) | 4.8 (10%) | 6.0 (2%) | 2.6 (9%) | 15.2 (20%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 595 | 30% |
| Protein (g) | 17.0 | 34% |
| Carb (g) | 21.2 | 8% |
| Fiber (g) | 9.3 | 33% |
| Fat (g) | 53.8 | 69% |
How much protein in Tahini?
Tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels, contains 17.0 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 tbsp (~15 g) serving therefore provides about 2.6 g of protein.
How many calories in Tahini?
Tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels, supplies about 595 kcal per 100 g. A 1 tbsp (~15 g) serving works out to roughly 89 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 tbsp (~15 g): 89 kcal, 2.6 g protein, 8.1 g fat
- 1 oz (~28 g): 169 kcal, 4.8 g protein, 15.2 g fat
Related guides
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170189, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29