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Toasted ancient-grain bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Toasted einkorn bread (50 g) has 143 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.9 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 50 g
143
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
26.9g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 14% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.28 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 215 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
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) | 25 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 75 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 286 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Toasted karakılçık bread is bread made with karakılçık, a traditional Turkish wheat, then toasted. It is listed on some pages as toasted einkorn bread, but karakılçık is not simply another name for einkorn, so the exact grain matters when identifying the bread.
No. Karakılçık is a traditional Turkish wheat name, while einkorn refers to a distinct wheat species. The terms should not be treated as interchangeable; a bread called karakılçık bread is not necessarily made from einkorn.
It can be, but karakılçık bread is not automatically sourdough. Some bakers ferment the dough with a sourdough starter, while others use commercial yeast. The grain used in the bread does not determine which leavening method was used.
Karakılçık bread may feel denser because of the flour’s grind, how much of the grain is retained, and the recipe’s hydration and kneading. Toasting makes the surface crisp, but it does not make the bread’s crumb lighter.
Toast karakılçık bread on a moderate setting and check it frequently, especially if the slices are thin. For thicker slices, warming them briefly before toasting can help crisp the outside without leaving the middle overly dry.
Let karakılçık bread cool completely, then keep it in a bread box or paper bag in a cool, dry place. Avoid sealing warm bread in plastic, which traps moisture. If you will not eat it soon, freezing is a better option than leaving it out.
Yes, karakılçık bread freezes well. Freeze slices in a sealed bag with small pieces of baking paper between them so you can separate what you need. Reheat the slices straight from frozen in a toaster or pan until crisp.
Toasted karakılçık bread pairs well with olive oil, tomatoes, eggs, cheese, or savory spreads. Its toasted texture also works well under mashed avocado or alongside soup; add moist toppings just before serving to keep the slice crisp.
It can make a satisfying base for a meal, especially when paired with protein-rich foods such as eggs, yogurt, or beans. Toppings and the rest of the meal affect how filling it is, so a slice on its own may not feel as substantial.
People with diabetes can include karakılçık bread if it fits their meal plan, but toasting does not remove its carbohydrates. Portion size and what you eat with it matter; a dietitian or clinician can help tailor advice to individual glucose responses.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.85mg · 37% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Sodium
215mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Toasted karakılçık bread is sliced bread made from karakılçık, a traditional Turkish wheat variety, then toasted until crisp at the edges. It is not necessarily einkorn, despite the name sometimes used for it in translation. The toast has a hearty grain flavour and works well with both savoury and simple toppings.
In Turkey, it may be served at breakfast with cheese, olives, eggs or tomatoes, alongside tea, or with soup. Its whole-grain character brings useful fibre as well as protein; it provides 7.1 g of fibre per 100 g. Keep toppings light with fresh vegetables or a little cheese for an easy breakfast or snack.
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
0.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.