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Protein- and fiber-containing savory toast
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast (180 g) has 299 calories. That works out to 166 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.7 g of carbs, 18.5 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 8.6 mg of B3 covers 54% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
299
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
34.7g
· 13% DV
Protein
18.5g
· 37% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 25% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 299 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 1098 mg | 48% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 55 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 149 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 140 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 415 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 280 g | 465 kcal |
Calculated from 166 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast is made by layering vegetables and thinly sliced pastirma in or on buckwheat-based toast, then heating it until warm. Cook watery vegetables first and let them drain so the bread does not turn soggy.
Pastirma is Turkish cured, air-dried beef, usually coated with a strongly flavored fenugreek-and-spice paste. Its savory, salty taste is a defining part of Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast, so taste the filling before adding salt.
The vegetables in Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast depend on the recipe; bell pepper, tomato, and leafy greens are common choices. Cook vegetables that release a lot of water before adding them, which helps keep the toast crisp.
Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast can be served either open-faced or as a sandwich. A closed toast holds juicy fillings more neatly, while an open-faced version makes it easier to keep the bread crisp and show the vegetables.
Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast combines buckwheat-based bread with vegetables and Turkish pastirma, rather than relying on a standard bread-and-cheese filling. The recipe can vary, but the cured beef gives it a distinctive savory, spiced flavor.
Serve Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast with a simple green salad or fresh cucumber and tomato. These lighter, fresh sides balance the rich, salty pastirma; adding another salty cured meat or pickled side can make the meal taste overly salty.
You can prepare the vegetables and slice the pastirma ahead, but assemble Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast just before heating for the best texture. If assembled early, moisture from the vegetables can soften the bread.
Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast can be refrigerated in a covered container and eaten the next day. The vegetables may soften the bread as it sits, so storing the filling separately and assembling it when reheating preserves a better texture.
Freezing Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast is possible, but thawed vegetables can release water and make the toast soft. For a better result, freeze the cooked filling separately, thaw it in the refrigerator, and assemble the toast fresh.
To make Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast less salty, use a smaller amount of pastirma and avoid adding salt until you have tasted the filling. Pair it with fresh vegetables rather than salty cheese or pickles.
Vitamins
B3
8.64mg · 54% DV
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.45mg · 50% DV
Manganese
1.12mg · 49% DV
Sodium
1098mg · 48% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Potassium ⭐
567mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buckwheat Vegetable Pastirma Toast brings together a buckwheat-based bread or toast with vegetables and thin slices of pastirma, the Turkish-style spiced, air-dried cured beef. It is a contemporary savory combination rather than a dish tied to one traditional recipe. The buckwheat has a gently earthy flavour, while the vegetables soften the bite and the pastirma adds a salty, aromatic finish. It works as breakfast, a quick lunch or a substantial snack; serve it warm, perhaps with fresh greens or a simple salad. It supplies both protein and fibre, with 10.3 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter toast, use plenty of vegetables and keep the pastirma portion modest.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.