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Banucka börek Calories
Savory filled pastry, typically Balkan/Turkish-style börek
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Banucka börek (120 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.3 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 21.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Banucka börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
374
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
34.3g
· 12% DV
Protein
11.3g
· 23% DV
Fat
21.4g
· 27% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 12% · Fat 51%
Banucka börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.4 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Banucka börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 85 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 140 g | 437 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 749 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Banucka börek
What is Banucka börek?
Banucka börek is a savory Balkan- and Turkish-style pastry made with layers or sheets of dough and a filling. Recipes vary, so the name may refer to pastries with different shapes and fillings in different communities.
Where does Banucka börek come from?
Banucka börek is associated with Balkan pastry traditions as well as Turkish-style börek. The name resembles Balkan terms such as banitsa and banichka, but regional recipes and naming practices are not always identical.
What is Banucka börek made of?
Banucka börek is made with pastry dough and a savory filling; recipes may include cheese or egg, among other ingredients. The exact filling varies, so ask about the recipe when buying it, especially if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.
How is Banucka börek made?
Banucka börek is assembled with savory filling in or between thin dough layers, then baked until cooked through. The specific folding and layering method depends on the recipe, but distributing the filling evenly helps the pastry bake consistently.
Is Banucka börek the same as banitsa?
No, the names should not automatically be treated as interchangeable. Banitsa is a well-known Bulgarian pastry, while Banucka börek can refer to a related Balkan-style pastry; their dough, shape, and filling may differ by recipe.
What fillings can Banucka börek have?
Banucka börek can have cheese-based or egg-containing fillings, with other savory ingredients used in some versions. There is no single filling that applies to every recipe, so the name alone does not tell you exactly what is inside.
What do you serve with Banucka börek?
Serve Banucka börek warm or at room temperature, on its own or with a salad or yogurt-based accompaniment. Its savory pastry works well as a breakfast or snack, and small pieces are easy to serve with tea.
Can you freeze Banucka börek?
Yes, Banucka börek can be frozen. Cool baked pieces completely, wrap them airtight, and freeze in portions; reheat them in an oven after thawing to help restore a crisp pastry texture.
How long does Banucka börek keep in the fridge?
Cooked Banucka börek keeps for a few days when refrigerated in a covered container. Refrigerate it rather than leaving it out for an extended period, and reheat portions thoroughly before serving.
How do you reheat Banucka börek without making it soggy?
Reheat Banucka börek in an oven or a covered pan over low heat rather than relying on the microwave. The dry heat helps the pastry crisp up again; turn or check it as needed so the filling heats through without the outside burning.
Banucka börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
151mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
154mg · 5% DV
Banucka börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Banucka börek
To burn the 374 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Banucka börek?
Banucka börek is a Balkan-style savoury pastry made with thin layers of dough and a filling often built around cheese and egg. Recipes and shapes vary by region, and the name is associated with small, filled börek pastries rather than one fixed recipe.
It is usually served warm, when the pastry is crisp at the edges and the centre stays soft. Enjoy it for breakfast or as a snack with tea or yoghurt; outside the Balkans, it also works well as a café bite or part of a light lunch. The dough and filling make it fairly energy-dense, with 312 calories per 100 g. Pair a piece with fresh salad or vegetables for a more balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Banucka börek?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Banucka börek Processed?
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.
Does Banucka börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Banucka börek Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Banucka börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.8:1).
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