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Thin crispy breadstick, commonly eaten as a snack
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Altın Başak grissini (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 11% · Fat 17%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.45 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 41 kcal |
| 2 piece (thin) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Altın Başak grissini is a thin, crisp breadstick-style snack. Grissini are traditionally baked until dry and crunchy, and can be eaten plain or served alongside dips, cheese, soup, or a meal.
Altın Başak grissini are a type of breadstick, but the word usually refers to a thinner, drier, crunchier style. Breadsticks sold under other names can be thicker or soft, so their texture and best uses may differ.
Serve Altın Başak grissini as a crunchy snack or as part of a bread basket. They work well alongside cheese, olives, soup, or a selection of dips, and can be arranged upright in a glass for a simple appetizer.
Altın Başak grissini pair well with hummus, tzatziki, labneh, and other thick dips that cling to a crisp breadstick. They also go nicely with soft cheese; avoid very runny dips, which can make them soggy quickly.
Keep Altın Başak grissini in a tightly sealed bag or airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture is the main enemy of their crunch, so keep them away from steam and avoid storing them in the refrigerator.
Yes, Altın Başak grissini can lose their crispness when exposed to air or humidity. Seal the packet promptly after opening; if they have merely softened, a brief warming in a low oven may help restore some crunch, but discard any moldy product.
Yes, crushed Altın Başak grissini can add crunch to salads or soups as a quick substitute for croutons. Break them into bite-size pieces just before serving, since they soften when left sitting in dressing or hot liquid.
Yes, crush Altın Başak grissini into fine crumbs and use them to coat foods or add texture to a baked topping. Their seasoning and saltiness may differ from plain breadcrumbs, so taste the mixture before adding extra salt.
Altın Başak grissini can fit into a weight-conscious snack, but they are easy to eat quickly and may not be very filling on their own. Pair a measured portion with a protein-rich food, such as cheese or hummus, to make the snack more satisfying.
People with diabetes can include Altın Başak grissini if they account for its carbohydrates in the meal. Eating them with protein or fiber-containing foods may make the snack more balanced; portion needs can vary with an individual's glucose response and care plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B3
1.05mg · 7% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 123 calories in 3 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Altın Başak grissini are thin, crisp breadsticks made by shaping bread dough into slender rods and baking them until dry and crunchy. Grissini originated in Turin, Italy, and this packaged version offers the familiar style as a convenient snack.
Their mild, savoury crunch works between meals, alongside soup, or on a grazing board with cheese, olives and dips. They are also easy to serve with tea or coffee. The nutrition profile is mainly carbohydrate-based: 100 g provides 410 kcal. For a more filling snack, enjoy a modest handful with hummus or cheese rather than eating them on their own.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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
0.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 75:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (75:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.