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Short, slender buckwheat sticks with a dry, matte brown surface and tiny darker specks are arranged loosely on a plate.
🌿High Fiber

Buckwheat stick Calories

Gluten-free, fiber source, low fat

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

220mg

FIBER · 100 G

7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Buckwheat stick (20 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Buckwheat stick Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g

74

KCAL / 20G

Carbs

14.4g

· 5% DV

Protein

2g

· 4% DV

Fat

0.7g

· 1% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 11% · Fat 9%

Buckwheat stick nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (20 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories74 kcal
Total fat0.7 g1%
Saturated fat0.12 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium42 mg2%
Total carbohydrate14.4 g5%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein2 g4%

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 Buckwheat stick?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)20 g74 kcal
1 piece (small)10 g37 kcal
1 piece (large)30 g111 kcal
1 serving (medium)40 g148 kcal
3 piece (medium)60 g222 kcal
1 serving (large)60 g222 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
5 piece (large)100 g370 kcal
1 pack (whole)100 g370 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buckwheat stick

What is a buckwheat stick, and how is it made?

A buckwheat stick is a processed grain snack shaped from a dough made with buckwheat flour or buckwheat-containing ingredients. Commercial versions are often baked, but recipes and ingredient combinations vary by product.

Are buckwheat sticks made from wheat?

Not necessarily: buckwheat is a seed, not a type of wheat. A buckwheat stick may still contain other grains depending on how it is made, so the name alone does not describe every ingredient.

How can you serve a buckwheat stick with dips?

Serve a buckwheat stick with hummus, bean dip, or a thick yogurt-based dip for a crunchy snack. Dip it just before eating, since leaving it in a moist dip can make it soften and break.

Can you make buckwheat sticks at home?

Yes, you can mix buckwheat flour with water and a little oil, shape the dough into sticks, and bake until crisp. Resting the dough before shaping can make it less prone to crumbling.

What can you eat with buckwheat sticks besides dips?

Buckwheat sticks pair well with cheese, olives, or a bowl of soup as a crunchy side. Add them shortly before eating soup so they do not absorb liquid and lose their texture.

How should you store buckwheat sticks after opening?

Keep buckwheat sticks in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to protect them from humidity. Moist air is what most often makes a crisp stick turn soft; discard any that develop mold or an off smell.

Can buckwheat sticks replace bread at a meal?

No, buckwheat sticks are usually a crisp snack rather than a direct bread substitute. They can accompany a meal, but their dry texture and typical use make them less suitable as the main base for a sandwich.

Do buckwheat sticks make a filling snack?

They can contribute to fullness because buckwheat sticks contain fiber, but a few sticks on their own may not make a balanced snack. Pair them with a protein-rich food such as yogurt, cheese, or hummus.

Do buckwheat sticks raise blood sugar?

Yes, buckwheat sticks contain carbohydrates and can raise blood sugar; their fiber does not cancel that effect. If you manage diabetes, consider the portion alongside the rest of your meal and ask your clinician for personal guidance.

Why do buckwheat sticks go soft?

Buckwheat sticks soften when they absorb moisture from the air, especially after a package is left open. Seal them promptly after serving; briefly reheating a still-fresh stick in the oven may restore some crispness.

Buckwheat stick Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

B3

0.84mg · 5% DV

B6

0.08mg · 5% DV

B5

0.16mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.22mg · 10% DV

Copper

0.08mg · 9% DV

Magnesium

22mg · 5% DV

Phosphorus

36mg · 5% DV

Sodium

42mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

44mg · 1% DV

Buckwheat stick Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Buckwheat stick

To burn the 74 calories in 1 piece (medium) (20 g):

🚶

18min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Buckwheat stick?

A Buckwheat stick is a crisp, stick-shaped snack typically baked with buckwheat flour. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a cereal grain; recipes can also include other flours or seeds, so ingredients vary by product. The stick format is a convenient way to enjoy buckwheat as a snack rather than as the groats used in dishes such as porridge or kasha. Serve one alongside tea or coffee, add it to a lunchbox, or offer it with cheese, dips or soup. Its crunchy texture works especially well for scooping up hummus or other spreads.

Buckwheat sticks are mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and relatively little fat; 100 g provides 7 g of fibre. Pair one with yogurt or another protein-rich food for a more filling snack.

How Nutritious Is Buckwheat stick?

Nutrient density

High

60/ 100

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

Medium

48/ 100

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 Buckwheat stick 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 Buckwheat stick Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Buckwheat stick Good For?

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

Buckwheat stick Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.12g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.22g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.32g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.