Pesto vs Tahini
Both count toward 30 plants a week.
| Pesto | Tahini | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 8.6 g | 17.4 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 5.7 g | 21.5 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 59.2 g | 53.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 1.0 g | 4.7 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 580 kcal | 592.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 1.5 g | 2.9 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 348 g · 2021 kcal | 172 g · 1021 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Tahini delivers 2.0× the protein per calorie of Pesto (2.9 g vs 1.5 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: TahiniMore fiber / 100 g: TahiniLighter per 100 g: PestoSmaller 30 g portion: Tahini
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.