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Whole grain ancient wheat bread, fiber-rich and mineral-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Black emmer wheat bread (60 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.1 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
149
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
28.1g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
1.7g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 15% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.25 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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) | 30 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 124 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 149 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 90 g | 223 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 120 g | 298 kcal |
| 250 g | 250 g | 620 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Black emmer wheat bread is bread made with flour from an old wheat variety known as black emmer. It is often made with whole-grain flour, which gives it a heartier texture and a more pronounced grain flavor than many white breads.
Black emmer wheat bread is made from a particular heritage wheat, while “whole wheat” describes how much of the grain is retained in the flour. Its flavor, color, and crumb can differ, but recipes and milling methods also shape the finished loaf.
Black emmer wheat bread usually has a robust, grain-forward flavor, often with earthy or nutty notes. A sourdough version may taste tangier, while a loaf made with milder fermentation can taste closer to other whole-grain breads.
No, black emmer wheat bread is not always sourdough. It can be leavened with commercial yeast or a sourdough starter, depending on the recipe; the starter changes the flavor and fermentation, not the identity of the wheat.
No, black emmer, einkorn, and spelt are distinct wheat types. They are all associated with older wheat varieties, but their grains and baking behavior differ, so a loaf made with one is not simply another name for bread made with the others.
Black emmer wheat bread can be denser because whole-grain flour contains bran that affects how the dough traps gas. The grind, hydration, kneading, and proofing also matter, so a lighter loaf is possible with a suitable recipe.
Yes, black emmer wheat bread toasts well. Toasting crisps the surface and brings out its grainy flavor; thick slices work especially well with eggs, avocado, cheese, or soup.
Keep black emmer wheat bread in a bread box or a sealed bag at room temperature if you will eat it soon. For longer storage, slice and freeze it, then toast slices straight from frozen or thaw only what you need.
Black emmer wheat bread can fit into a diabetes meal plan, but it still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood sugar. Its whole-grain fiber may slow digestion, but portion size and the rest of the meal matter; a clinician or dietitian can advise on individual needs.
Yes, black emmer wheat flour can be used in sourdough bread. Its dough may behave differently from a bread made with conventional wheat flour, so adjust the water to the dough’s feel and expect a potentially tighter crumb.
Vitamins
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B5
0.29mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.26mg · 55% DV
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
147mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Sodium
258mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Black emmer wheat bread is the English page name for bread made with kara kılçık, an old Turkish wheat variety. This whole-grain loaf has a hearty, close crumb and a pleasantly earthy, nutty grain flavour. In Turkey it is commonly served at breakfast with cheese, olives and eggs, or alongside soup and other home-cooked meals; toasting brings out its robust taste. For English-speaking readers, it also works well with savoury spreads, salads or a bowl of soup. It is a fibre-rich, filling bread with some protein: a 100 g portion provides 7.9 g of fibre. Pair a slice with vegetables or a light soup for a balanced 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ 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
SATURATED
0.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.