Ingredient swap
Shredded Coconut vs Tahini
Shredded Coconut has 6.9 g protein and 660 calories per 100 g; tahini has 17 g and 595. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of shredded coconut (80 g) ≈ ¼ cup of tahini.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Shredded Coconut | Tahini |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 660 | 595 better |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 17 gbetter |
| Carbs | 23.7 g | 21 gbetter |
| Fat | 64.5 g | 54 g |
| Fiber | 16.3 gbetter | 9.3 g |
| Sugar | 7.4 g | 0.5 gbetter |
| Sodium | 37 mgbetter | 115 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 80 g | 240 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use tahini instead of shredded coconut?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of shredded coconut (80 g) ≈ ¼ cup of tahini.
Which has more protein?
Tahini, with 17 g per 100 g versus 6.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Tahini, with 595 calories per 100 g.