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Low calorie, high fiber, diet-friendly
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Light diet etimek (18 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.1 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 18 g
58
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
12.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 13% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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) | 18 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 12 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 36 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 36 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 54 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Light diet etimek is a crisp, dry Turkish rusk made by baking bread slices until they lose much of their moisture. People commonly eat it at breakfast or as a snack, and recipes can differ between products.
Light diet etimek is generally made by baking sliced bread until crisp, often with an additional drying or toasting step. The exact recipe varies, so the name alone does not tell you which ingredients or proportions a product uses.
Yes, light diet etimek can be used as the crisp base for Turkish etimek dessert. Pour the syrup gradually because a drier rusk may absorb it differently, and remember that using a “light” variety does not make a syrup-based dessert low in sugar.
Yes, you can crush light diet etimek into crumbs and use it in place of breadcrumbs for coatings or toppings. Its toasted flavor may be more noticeable than plain breadcrumbs, so taste the mixture before adding extra seasoning.
The difference depends on the product’s recipe, not just the word “light.” Compare the ingredient lists and nutrition panels on the two packages; recipes may differ in flour, added fat, or sweeteners.
Keep light diet etimek in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture quickly softens its crisp texture, so close the package promptly and avoid storing it near a kettle, sink, or other source of steam.
You can freeze light diet etimek, but freezing is usually unnecessary for this dry product. If you do freeze it, seal it well to keep out moisture and let it return to room temperature before opening the package.
Light diet etimek can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but the “light” name does not make it a weight-loss food. Its dry, crisp texture can make portions easy to underestimate, and spreads or toppings add to the meal.
People with diabetes can include light diet etimek, but its carbohydrates can raise blood glucose. Pairing it with protein- and fiber-containing foods can make a more balanced meal; ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual plan.
Add a protein-rich topping such as egg, cheese, or hummus to light diet etimek, and include vegetables or fruit alongside it. These additions make it a more substantial snack than eating the dry rusk by itself.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.38mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Sodium
76mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
20mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
22mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 58 calories in 1 slice (medium) (18 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Light diet etimek is a light, crisp Turkish rusk made by baking sliced bread until dry and toasted. Etimek is also used in Turkish home cooking, especially in syrup-soaked desserts, but this lighter version is often eaten as a simple bread substitute or snack.
Its dry crunch and mild, toasted flavour work well with cheese, tomatoes or a savoury spread; it can also be served alongside tea. It provides fibre and is relatively low in fat, though its crisp, compact nature makes portions easy to underestimate. Pair it with a protein-rich topping or fresh vegetables for a more satisfying 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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.09g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.