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Besmet Calories
Traditional Turkish bread slice with tahini and grape molasses
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Besmet (50 g) has 170 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.5 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Besmet Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 50 g
170
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
27.5g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 9% · Fat 24%
Besmet nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.65 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 Slice of Besmet?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Besmet
What is Besmet?
Besmet is a traditional Turkish bread slice served with tahini and grape molasses. It is a sweet, simple way to serve bread, often as part of breakfast or as a snack.
What is Besmet made of?
Besmet is made with a slice of bread, tahini, and grape molasses. The tahini may be spread on the bread with the molasses, or the two can be mixed first and then added.
How do you eat Besmet?
You eat Besmet with tahini and grape molasses on the bread. Spread the toppings over a slice and serve it as a sweet bite; lightly toasting the bread first is an easy way to keep it from getting too soft.
Is Besmet a Turkish breakfast food?
Yes, Besmet can be served for breakfast in Turkey. The bread with tahini and grape molasses makes a sweet option alongside tea, and it can also be offered as a snack later in the day.
Can you toast bread for Besmet?
Yes, you can lightly toast the bread before making Besmet. Toasting gives the slice a firmer texture under the tahini and molasses, but avoid browning it too much or it may become hard.
Is Besmet sweet or savory?
Besmet is sweet when made with grape molasses, which gives the bread its rich, fruity sweetness. Tahini adds a nutty, savory note, so the finished slice has both flavors rather than tasting like a plain sweet spread.
What do you serve with Besmet?
Besmet pairs well with Turkish tea and can sit alongside savory breakfast foods such as cheese or olives. Since the bread already has tahini and grape molasses, it usually needs no extra sweet topping.
Can you prepare Besmet ahead of time?
You can prepare the tahini and grape molasses in advance, but it is best to add them to the bread shortly before serving. The toppings can make the slice soggy if it sits for too long.
Can you make Besmet with different kinds of bread?
Yes, Besmet can be made with different kinds of bread. Choose a slice sturdy enough to hold tahini and grape molasses; a soft, thin slice may bend or turn soggy more quickly.
Does Besmet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Besmet can raise blood sugar because both bread and grape molasses provide carbohydrates. A smaller serving alongside a protein-rich food, such as plain yogurt, can make the snack more balanced.
Besmet Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
70mg · 2% DV
Besmet Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Besmet
To burn the 170 calories in 1 slice (medium) (50 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 Besmet?
Besmet is a traditional Turkish bread slice served with tahini and grape molasses. The molasses brings a fruity sweetness, balanced by tahini’s rich, nutty flavour; the bread may be soft or toasted for a crispier bite.
In Turkey, it makes a simple breakfast or tea-time snack. It is a filling, energy-rich choice, with much of its energy coming from carbohydrates and some protein and fibre as well. For a lighter serving, use a modest amount of tahini and molasses, or pair it with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Besmet?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Besmet 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 Besmet Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Besmet Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Besmet Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.3:1).
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