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Is Tesco Tahini healthy?

Tesco Tahini scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists solely of roasted pulped sesame seeds, a minimally processed whole food ingredient rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals.

How processed is Tesco Tahini?

Tesco Tahini is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tesco Tahini's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Roasted Pulped Sesame Seeds counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tesco Tahini

Name: Tesco Tahini
Brand: Tesco

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Excellent

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Tesco PLC

Category Condiments

Summary

This product consists solely of roasted pulped sesame seeds, a minimally processed whole food ingredient rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals. The simple ingredient list and low processing level contribute to its high nutritional quality, making it a healthy choice in the condiments category.

Key ingredients 1

Roasted Pulped Sesame Seeds

Good

Roasted pulped sesame seeds are a whole food ingredient rich in healthy fats and protein. The roasting process enhances flavor while maintaining nutritional integrity. Sesame seeds are a natural source of essential minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Benefits

Rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals, supporting heart health and bone strength.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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