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Traditional Turkish bread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thick) of Manisa Kula bread (40 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.8 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 10.4 µg of Selenium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (thick) · 40 g
102
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
20.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 13% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 153 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 561 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Manisa Kula bread is a traditional Turkish bread associated with Kula, a district in Manisa province. Its name points to this local baking tradition; it is not simply another name for a universally standardized bread style.
Manisa Kula bread is made from a dough based on flour, water, salt and a leavening agent such as yeast or sourdough. Recipes may vary between bakeries, so ask the baker if you need details about a particular loaf.
Manisa Kula bread is made by mixing and fermenting dough, shaping it into a loaf and baking it. Local ovens and bakery methods can affect the crust and texture, so a home oven may produce a different result.
Manisa Kula bread is a regional loaf, while Turkish pide is typically a flatter, often oval bread with a distinct shape and surface. They are not interchangeable names, and their appearance and baking traditions differ.
Manisa Kula bread is a baked wheat loaf with a browned crust and a soft interior when fresh. The exact crust, crumb and flavor vary with the bakery’s recipe and oven, so local loaves may not all feel alike.
Manisa Kula bread can be served with breakfast foods, soups and main dishes, much like other Turkish table breads. Its sturdy slices also work well for dipping into stews or toasting when the loaf is no longer fresh.
Yes, you can make a home-style loaf inspired by Manisa Kula bread with flour, water, salt and yeast or sourdough. Use a well-fermented dough and a hot oven; home equipment may not reproduce the texture of a local bakery oven.
Keep Manisa Kula bread in a bread box or cloth bag at room temperature, with the cut side covered. How long it stays fresh depends on humidity and storage; discard it if you see mold rather than cutting around the spot.
Yes, Manisa Kula bread freezes well. Slice it first, seal the portions in a freezer-safe bag, and thaw only what you need; briefly warming thawed slices in the oven can help revive the crust.
It can raise blood sugar relatively quickly if it is made mainly with refined wheat flour. Pairing a slice with protein-rich foods or vegetables makes for a more balanced meal; people with diabetes should follow their individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
Folate
15.2µg · 4% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Sodium
188mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Iron
1.24mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 102 calories in 1 slice (thick) (40 g):
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Manisa Kula bread is a traditional loaf associated with Kula, a district in Turkey’s Manisa province. It is made from a wheat-based dough and baked as a loaf, with local bakeries and home tables both part of its place in the region’s food culture.
In Turkey, it can be sliced for breakfast with cheese, olives and tomatoes, served alongside soup or a main meal, or enjoyed with tea. Its satisfying, substantial texture makes it an everyday bread rather than a sweet bake. Most of its energy comes from carbohydrates, with some protein and fibre. For a more balanced meal, pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich topping or side.
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.
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
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.