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Buckwheat-based seeded bread rich in fiber and unsaturated fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed (60 g) has 166 calories. That works out to 276 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.9 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
166
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
23.9g
· 9% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% 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 57% · Protein 13% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.66 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 246 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 5.3 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 | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 45 g | 124 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 207 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 90 g | 248 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 276 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 331 kcal |
Calculated from 276 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed is made with buckwheat flour or a flour blend containing buckwheat, plus nigella and flaxseed. Recipes may also include water, salt, and yeast or another leavening agent, so the exact ingredients vary by loaf.
To make buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed, mix the seeds into a buckwheat-based dough and bake it until set. Buckwheat flour does not form the elastic network that wheat flour does, so recipes often use a binder or a carefully balanced flour blend.
Store buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed in a sealed bag or bread box at room temperature, away from moisture. If you will not finish it soon, slice and freeze the loaf; refrigeration can make bread stale faster.
Yes, buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed freezes well. Slice it first 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 at room temperature.
Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed has a hearty, slightly earthy flavor from the buckwheat. Nigella adds a distinctive savory, aromatic note, while flaxseed brings a mild nuttiness and a pleasantly seedy texture.
Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed has a more robust, earthy flavor and a denser texture than many plain wheat loaves. Buckwheat is not a type of wheat, though some recipes combine it with other flours, so the recipe determines the final loaf.
Yes, buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed can be toasted. Toasting crisps the edges and brings out the seeds’ aroma. If the loaf is crumbly, cut thicker slices or warm them gently in a pan instead of handling them repeatedly.
Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed pairs well with eggs, cheese, hummus, avocado, or roasted vegetables. Its pronounced flavor also works alongside soups and salads; choose a simple topping when you want the nigella to stand out.
Yes, buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed raises blood sugar, as bread contains digestible carbohydrates. The portion, recipe, and foods eaten with it affect the response. If you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how to fit it into your meal plan.
It can cause bloating in some people, particularly if they are not used to fiber-rich bread or seeds. Try a smaller portion and drink water with it. If discomfort is persistent or severe, seek medical advice rather than assuming the bread is the cause.
Vitamins
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.02mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.72mg · 31% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
147mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
71mg · 17% DV
Sodium
246mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
171mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Buckwheat bread with nigella and flaxseed is made with buckwheat flour and dotted with aromatic nigella seeds and flaxseed. Buckwheat gives it an earthy, slightly nutty flavour, while the seeds add a pleasant crunch. It is a seeded loaf rather than a traditional wheat-based bread, and recipes can vary in how they bind the dough.
Serve it toasted or fresh with savoury toppings, alongside soup or salad, or as part of breakfast. Its fibre and unsaturated fats give it a more substantial character than a plain white loaf; it provides 7.8 g of fibre per 100 g. Pair a slice with vegetables, hummus or eggs for a filling meal, or choose lighter toppings if you want to keep it simple.
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
0.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.