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Can be gluten-free, provides complex carbohydrates and manganese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Buckwheat noodles, raw (85 g) has 286 calories. That works out to 336 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.2 g of carbs, 12.5 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 85 g
286
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
59.2g
· 22% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 17% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.38 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.25 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% |
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) | 85 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 168 kcal |
| 2 ounce (whole) | 57 g | 192 kcal |
| 3 ounce (whole) | 85 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 90 g | 302 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 605 kcal |
Calculated from 336 calories per 100 g.
Cook buckwheat noodles in plenty of boiling water and follow the package directions, since thickness and ingredients affect the cooking time. Start checking for tenderness before the suggested time is up; overcooking can make them soft and prone to breaking.
Soba noodles are Japanese buckwheat noodles, but the name does not guarantee they are made entirely from buckwheat. Many soba varieties also contain wheat flour, while buckwheat noodles can refer to products from different cuisines and recipes.
Buckwheat itself is gluten-free, but buckwheat noodles may contain wheat flour. For celiac disease or a strict gluten-free diet, choose noodles specifically certified gluten-free, since recipes and manufacturing practices vary.
Buckwheat noodles can turn mushy when overcooked, and noodles made with a high proportion of buckwheat may be more delicate than wheat noodles. Cook them just until tender and handle them gently when draining and tossing with sauce.
Buckwheat noodles pair well with savory soy-based sauces, sesame, scallions, mushrooms, and vegetables. For a Japanese-style bowl, serve them with a dipping sauce; for a warm meal, toss them with the sauce while they are still hot.
Rinse buckwheat noodles under cold water when serving them chilled or when you want to stop them cooking quickly. For a hot sauced dish, draining without rinsing helps the noodles retain warmth and lets the sauce cling better.
Store uncooked buckwheat noodles in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly to keep out moisture and pantry odors. Once the package is open, transfer the noodles to an airtight container and follow the package date for freshness.
People with diabetes can eat buckwheat noodles, but the noodles still provide carbohydrates and can raise blood glucose. A moderate portion paired with non-starchy vegetables and a source of protein makes a more balanced meal.
Buckwheat noodles sold raw are uncooked and should be cooked before eating. Boiling softens the dried noodles and makes them suitable for meals; eating them dry can be unpleasant and may be difficult to chew.
To keep cooked buckwheat noodles from sticking, use plenty of boiling water, stir gently while they cook, and drain them promptly. If serving them cold, rinse briefly; for a hot dish, toss them with sauce soon after draining.
Vitamins
B3
4.59mg · 29% DV
Biotin
2.55µg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B5
0.37mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.94mg · 41% DV
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Magnesium
81mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
136mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.25mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 286 calories in 1 serving (medium) (85 g):
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Raw buckwheat noodles are dried, uncooked noodles made with buckwheat flour; recipes may use other flours as well. They fit the tradition of dried noodles made at home in Turkey, while buckwheat noodles are also familiar in East Asian cooking.
Once cooked, they are tender with a pleasant bite. Serve them in soup, toss them with vegetables, or enjoy them simply with butter or yogurt in the Turkish style. They provide complex carbohydrates along with plant protein and manganese. For a lighter meal, pair them with plenty of vegetables and use a modest amount of butter or oil.
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
✓ 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
0.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.