Halva with Tahini

This Halva with Tahini is a rich and nutty Greek dessert that combines the creaminess of tahini with the sweetness of honey and the crunchiness of nuts. It's a delightful, high-protein treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping you energized.

Ingredients

• Tahini - 100 grams
• Honey - 50 grams
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Semolina - 50 grams
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine water, honey, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat until the honey dissolves completely.
2. In a separate bowl, mix tahini, semolina, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
3. Slowly pour the hot honey-water mixture into the tahini-semolina mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly for about 10-12 minutes, or until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
5. Remove from heat and fold in chopped walnuts.
6. Pour the mixture into a greased mold or dish and let it cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
7. Once cooled, cut into squares or desired shapes and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from tahini and walnuts.
• Provides a good source of protein and fiber.

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