Sesame Paste - Tahini

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Ingredients

  • 12 cup sesame seeds (available at middle eastern and health food stores)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (more or less as needed, for garnish) (optional)

Instructions

  1. Put sesame seeds in electric blender or nut grinder and grind until smooth and lump free.
  2. Transfer to small bowl, and add lemon juice, vegetable oil, and water; mix to a smooth paste.
  3. Cover and refrigerate.
  4. To serve tahini, mound on a small plate and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. It can be used as a spread for crackers or a dip for raw vegetables.
  6. Covered and refrigerated, tahini keeps well for several months.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

487 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.5g 9% DV
Total Fat 50.7g 65% DV
Carbs 7.2g 3% DV
Fiber 3g 11% DV
Sugar 0.4g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 156.3mg 7% DV
Potassium 146.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 204.8mcg 23% DV
Calcium 250mg 19% DV
Iron 3.8mg 21% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly
Contains Sesame

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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