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High-fiber bread with plant protein and omega-3
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Flaxseed chickpea bread (60 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.8 g of carbs, 7.1 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
172
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
20.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
7.1g
· 14% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% 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 49% · Protein 17% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.66 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 246 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% |
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) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 229 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 105 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Flaxseed chickpea bread combines chickpeas or chickpea flour with flaxseed and other bread ingredients. Recipes may also use wheat flour, yeast, or a raising agent, so the chickpea and flaxseed names do not mean every loaf is made exclusively from those ingredients.
To make flaxseed chickpea bread, mix chickpea flour or mashed chickpeas with flaxseed and the other ingredients in your chosen recipe, then bake the batter or dough in a loaf pan. Let the mixture rest before baking so the flaxseed can absorb some of the moisture.
Flaxseed chickpea bread can crumble if the mixture is too dry, lacks enough binding ingredients, or is sliced while warm. Let the batter rest before baking and cool the loaf completely before cutting; both steps help the crumb hold together.
No, flaxseed chickpea bread does not always need yeast. Some recipes use yeast and require rising time, while others use baking powder or another raising agent for a quicker loaf; the result will differ in texture and flavor.
Flaxseed chickpea bread can have a mild, earthy chickpea flavor, often balanced by the nutty taste of flaxseed. The flavor is more noticeable in recipes with a higher proportion of chickpea flour and less noticeable when other flours are blended in.
Store flaxseed chickpea bread fully cooled in an airtight container. If you will not finish a homemade loaf soon, refrigerating it can help delay mold; warm or toast slices before serving to improve the texture.
Yes, flaxseed chickpea bread freezes well when sliced first. Separate the slices with baking paper, seal them in a freezer-safe bag, and take out only what you need; the slices can be warmed or toasted straight from frozen.
Yes, flaxseed chickpea bread can be toasted. Its crumb may be denser than that of ordinary sandwich bread, so toast it gently and use toppings such as eggs, cheese, or avocado that complement its earthy flavor.
Yes, flaxseed chickpea bread can replace regular bread in many sandwiches, though its denser texture and distinctive flavor may not suit every filling. Toasting the slices first can make them sturdier for moist toppings or packed lunches.
Flaxseed chickpea bread provides fiber but also contains carbohydrates, so it can still raise blood sugar. People with diabetes can consider their portion and their own glucose response; anyone adjusting food alongside diabetes medication should seek advice from their healthcare professional.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Folate
46.8µg · 12% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.69mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
149mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Sodium
246mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
187mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Flaxseed chickpea bread is made with chickpeas—often as flour—and flaxseed; recipes may also include other flours or ingredients. It is a flexible, contemporary style of bread rather than a dish tied to one particular place, and versions are made in home kitchens in many countries.
Chickpeas give it a gently earthy flavour, while flaxseed adds a distinctive, nutty note and a hearty texture. Serve it toasted with eggs or avocado, alongside soup, or as a sturdy base for sandwiches. It stands out for its fibre and plant protein, with 9.4 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair a slice with vegetables or a fresh salad instead of piling on rich spreads.
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
0.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.