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Naturally gluten-free grain alternative and fiber source
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Additive-free buckwheat bread (35 g) has 81 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.1 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 35 g
81
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
15.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 14% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 35 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 115 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 70 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 207 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 276 kcal |
| 250 g | 250 g | 575 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Additive-free buckwheat bread is usually made with buckwheat flour, water, salt, and a leavening agent such as yeast or sourdough starter. “Additive-free” does not necessarily mean it contains only buckwheat; recipes may include other flours or natural binders.
You can make additive-free buckwheat bread by mixing buckwheat flour with water, salt, and yeast or sourdough starter, then letting the dough rise before baking. Since it lacks wheat gluten, the dough is wetter and less stretchy than conventional bread dough.
Additive-free buckwheat bread is often dense because buckwheat flour does not form the stretchy gluten network that traps air in wheat bread. A suitable amount of water, enough leavening time, and a binder such as psyllium can help create a lighter, more cohesive loaf.
A binder is often helpful in additive-free buckwheat bread, but it is not essential in every recipe. Psyllium husk, ground flaxseed, or chia can hold the dough together and improve the slice; the best choice depends on the recipe and texture you want.
Yes, additive-free buckwheat bread can be made without yeast. Recipes using baking powder or baking soda leaven quickly, while a yeast-free loaf may be denser and have a different texture from a traditionally risen bread.
Additive-free buckwheat bread has a distinctive earthy, nutty flavor, usually stronger than that of white wheat bread. Its taste can vary with the flour and recipe; toasted slices often have a more pronounced, roasted aroma.
Yes, additive-free buckwheat bread toasts well and its nutty flavor becomes more pronounced when heated. Its slices can be denser or more fragile than wheat bread, so handle them gently and avoid overloading them with toppings.
Additive-free buckwheat bread can fit into some meals for people with diabetes, but it still contains carbohydrates and its effect on blood glucose varies by recipe and portion. A clinician or dietitian can help tailor portions to an individual glucose-management plan.
Yes, additive-free buckwheat bread freezes well. Let the loaf cool, slice it, and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag so you can take out only what you need. Toast slices straight from frozen or let them thaw first.
Additive-free buckwheat bread pairs well with savory toppings such as eggs, cheese, hummus, or avocado, which complement its earthy flavor. It also works with soup or a salad as an alternative to wheat bread.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
B3
0.74mg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
77mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
35mg · 8% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 81 calories in 1 slice (medium) (35 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Additive-free buckwheat bread is made with buckwheat flour, often alongside water and a raising agent such as yeast or sourdough starter. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a wheat variety; it is a seed used like a grain and is naturally gluten-free. The exact recipe can vary, so the name alone does not guarantee that every loaf is suitable for someone avoiding gluten.
Its flavour is pleasantly earthy and slightly nutty, while the crumb may be denser than that of a wheat loaf. Enjoy it toasted at breakfast, with soup, or as the base for an open sandwich. It offers fibre as well as some protein: 100 g provides 6.1 g of fibre. For a lighter topping, pair a slice with vegetables or a modest amount of spread, and check the ingredient and cross-contact information if gluten avoidance matters to you.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.21g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.