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Thin, crispy grissini made with rye and buckwheat
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Rye buckwheat grissini (12 g) has 44 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
44
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 11% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 piece (medium) | 12 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 18 g | 67 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 24 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 25 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 36 g | 133 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Rye buckwheat grissini is a crisp, slender breadstick made with rye and buckwheat. It is commonly served as a snack or alongside soup, cheese, dips, and other small dishes.
Rye buckwheat grissini pairs well with hummus, olive tapenade, soft cheese, or a thick dip. Serve it alongside soup or a salad, too; add it just before eating if you want it to stay crisp.
Rye buckwheat grissini gets its character from rye and buckwheat flour, which give it a more pronounced, earthy flavor than many plain breadsticks made mainly with wheat flour. Recipes and texture vary by producer.
No. Buckwheat is not a type of wheat; it is a seed used like a grain. Rye buckwheat grissini also contains rye, so the word “buckwheat” alone does not mean the breadsticks are wheat-free or gluten-free.
To make rye buckwheat grissini, mix rye and buckwheat flour into a dough, shape it into thin sticks, and bake until crisp. Keep the sticks similar in thickness so they bake evenly.
Store rye buckwheat grissini in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to humid air can make the breadsticks lose their crunch, so seal the container promptly after serving.
Rye buckwheat grissini can accompany a meal, but it is a crisp breadstick rather than a like-for-like replacement for a slice of soft bread. Pair it with a filling food, such as soup, eggs, or a dip.
Yes, rye buckwheat grissini can soften when it absorbs moisture. A brief spell in a low oven may restore some crunch; let it cool before checking, and discard it if it is moldy or has an unusual smell.
Rye buckwheat grissini does not cause weight gain by itself, but it is easy to eat several crisp sticks without noticing. Serve a portion with a dip or meal rather than continuously snacking from an open packet.
Rye buckwheat grissini can provide a convenient carbohydrate-containing snack before exercise. It is dry and crisp, so drink alongside it and allow time to see how it feels in your stomach before a demanding workout.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.31mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
22mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 44 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Rye buckwheat grissini are slender, crisp breadsticks made with rye and buckwheat, inspired by the grissini associated with Turin, Italy. Buckwheat is a distinct seed rather than a type of wheat, and brings a gently earthy flavour alongside rye’s deeper, slightly tangy notes. Their dry crunch makes them easy to serve whole or alongside dips.
In Italy, grissini commonly accompany meals or aperitivo; elsewhere, these are just as at home with soup, cheese, or a savoury spread. They are mainly a carbohydrate-based snack, with 7 g of fibre per 100 g. Pair a few with hummus, cheese, or fresh vegetables for a more substantial snack, or crumble them over soup for added crunch.
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.
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
— 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
SATURATED
0.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.