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Source of protein and fiber, baked
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked Chickpea Flour Simit (70 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.7 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 7.9 g of fat and 5.7 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
252
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
34.7g
· 13% DV
Protein
11.3g
· 23% DV
Fat
7.9g
· 10% DV
Fiber
5.7g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 18% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.9 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.95 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 364 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% |
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% |
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 piece (medium) | 70 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 130 g | 468 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Baked Chickpea Flour Simit is a ring-shaped baked bread made with chickpea flour in its dough. Recipes vary in their other ingredients and toppings, but chickpea flour gives it a distinctive, mildly nutty flavor compared with many wheat-based simits.
Baked Chickpea Flour Simit uses chickpea flour, which gives it a different taste and crumb from the familiar sesame-coated Turkish ring bread. Traditional simit is generally made with wheat flour and often dipped in molasses water before baking; recipes for this version can differ.
Not as a simple one-to-one swap in most recipes. Chickpea flour behaves differently from wheat flour and does not form the same elastic gluten network, so Baked Chickpea Flour Simit recipes usually need adjusted liquids and binding ingredients.
Baked Chickpea Flour Simit can turn out dense if the dough is too dry, the leavening is ineffective, or the rings are packed too tightly. Measure the liquids carefully and follow the recipe’s resting or proofing instructions before baking.
No, yeast is not essential for Baked Chickpea Flour Simit. Some recipes use yeast for a more bread-like texture, while others use baking powder or another leavener for a quicker bake and a different crumb.
Baked Chickpea Flour Simit usually has a mild chickpea or nutty note rather than the flavor of a bowl of cooked chickpeas. Sesame, herbs, or other seasonings can make that flavor less prominent.
Yes, sesame seeds make a suitable topping for Baked Chickpea Flour Simit. Press them onto a lightly moistened surface before baking so they adhere; some recipes also use nigella seeds.
Baked Chickpea Flour Simit pairs well with hummus, labneh, cheese, olives, or sliced vegetables. It can be served as part of breakfast or used as a base for a small sandwich.
Store Baked Chickpea Flour Simit only after it has cooled, in an airtight container at room temperature. Refrigeration can dry out baked goods; briefly reheating a piece can improve its texture if it has softened.
Yes, Baked Chickpea Flour Simit freezes well once fully cooled. Wrap individual pieces or seal them in a freezer-safe container, then thaw before serving; a short warm-up in the oven can refresh the outside.
Vitamins
Folate
175µg · 44% DV
Biotin
5.6µg · 19% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B6
0.27mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.43mg · 48% DV
Manganese
0.95mg · 41% DV
Phosphorus
221mg · 32% DV
Magnesium
97mg · 23% DV
Sodium
364mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
427mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 252 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):
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Baked chickpea flour simit brings the familiar ring shape of Turkish simit together with chickpea flour in a baked dough. The flour lends it a gently earthy, legume-like flavour and a more substantial bite than some wheat-based versions; recipes and toppings can vary.
In Turkey, simit is commonly eaten at breakfast or as a snack with tea, often alongside olives, tomatoes or cheese. It also makes an easy portable bite for English-speaking readers, served plain or split and filled with vegetables. Chickpea flour gives this version a notable protein-and-fibre profile: it has 16.2 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a simple salad for a balanced, lighter meal.
High
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
0.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.