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Low-carb, high-fiber bread alternative with omega-3 fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Flaxseed flour bread (60 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.5 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 8.7 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
174
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
7.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% DV
Fiber
8.7g
· 31% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 20% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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 | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 116 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 218 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 500 g | 1450 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Flaxseed flour bread is commonly made with flaxseed flour or finely ground flaxseed, plus ingredients such as eggs, liquid, and a leavening agent. Flax absorbs liquid quickly, so follow the recipe’s proportions and shape or pan the batter promptly.
No, flaxseed flour bread usually does not rise or develop the stretchy crumb of wheat bread on its own. Flax flour does not form a gluten network, so recipes often use eggs, baking powder, or another flour to help the loaf hold its shape.
Flaxseed flour bread can crumble if the mixture lacks enough binding ingredients or if the loaf is sliced while warm. Let it cool completely before cutting, and keep the eggs or other binder in the recipe rather than reducing them.
Not cup for cup in most bread recipes. Flaxseed flour absorbs liquid differently and does not create the gluten structure wheat flour provides, so replacing all the wheat flour can leave the loaf dense or crumbly. Use a recipe developed for flaxseed flour bread.
Store flaxseed flour bread in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where it is less likely to spoil quickly. Discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual smell; for longer storage, freeze the loaf in slices.
Yes, flaxseed flour bread freezes well. Cool it completely, slice it, and pack the slices airtight with a little space between them so you can remove only what you need. Thaw a slice or toast it straight from frozen.
Flaxseed flour bread has a mild, earthy, nutty flavor rather than the neutral taste of white bread. Its flavor can be more noticeable in recipes with few other ingredients, and savory toppings such as eggs or cheese pair well with it.
Yes, you can toast flaxseed flour bread, and toasting gives its slices a crisp exterior. Handle thin or crumbly slices gently when placing them in the toaster; thicker slices are easier to turn into toast or sandwiches.
Flaxseed flour bread may affect blood sugar differently from bread made mostly with refined flour, but its ingredients and portion still matter. If you have diabetes, monitor your personal response and follow the meal plan agreed with your healthcare professional.
Flaxseed flour bread works with savory toppings such as eggs, cheese, avocado, or soup. Because its texture can be denser and more delicate than wheat bread, a moist topping or a spread can make it easier to eat as a sandwich.
Vitamins
B1
0.27mg · 23% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B3
1.86mg · 12% DV
B6
0.19mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.14mg · 50% DV
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Phosphorus
192mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
108mg · 26% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
246mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 174 calories in 2 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Flaxseed flour bread is made with ground flaxseed incorporated into bread dough. Recipes vary: some use it alongside other flours, while others make it the main flour, so it is better understood as a modern bread style than as a dish with one clear place of origin. The result is usually hearty, with a gently nutty flavour and a close, sometimes moist crumb.
It works well toasted for breakfast, as a base for open sandwiches, or alongside soup. In Turkey, where flaxseed flour bread may also be served at breakfast, it pairs naturally with cheese, olives, eggs and fresh vegetables; elsewhere, toppings depend on local bread habits.
With notable fibre and fat and fewer carbohydrates than many conventional breads, it can suit people looking for a filling alternative. A light topping or plenty of vegetables keeps a serving balanced.
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.
High
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
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.