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Crispy Turkish bagel with sesame
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Migros simit (90 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.8 g of carbs, 9.5 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
342
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
55.8g
· 20% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 11% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.17 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% |
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 piece (medium) | 90 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 114 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 266 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 456 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 684 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
Migros simit is a Turkish ring-shaped bread made from wheat dough and coated with sesame seeds. Dough commonly includes water, yeast and salt, while the exact recipe can vary. Its sesame coating and chewy interior are characteristic of simit.
Heat Migros simit briefly in an oven or toaster oven to bring back a crisp crust. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to make the bread soft and chewy. Keep an eye on the sesame seeds, which can brown fast.
Keep Migros simit in a closed bag or bread container at room temperature. Once exposed to air, it gradually dries out, so reseal the package after serving. Let a warm simit cool before sealing it to avoid trapped steam making it soggy.
Yes, Migros simit can be frozen. Freeze it while fresh in an airtight bag, ideally in portions, then thaw at room temperature and warm it in the oven. Heating after thawing helps restore a crisper crust.
Migros simit is a packaged supermarket product, while bakery simit varies with the bakery’s recipe and baking method. Differences can include crust crispness, sesame coverage and the texture of the inside; neither style has one standard recipe.
Migros simit gets hard as it loses moisture, especially when left exposed to air. To soften it slightly, sprinkle the crust with a little water and warm it in the oven. This can improve its texture but cannot make stale bread fresh again.
Migros simit is known for sesame on its outer crust, rather than a sesame-filled center. Some seeds may fall into the middle when you cut or tear it, but the sesame coating is on the surface.
Migros simit goes well with cheese, tomatoes and cucumber, or with tea for a simple breakfast. For a more substantial meal, serve it with eggs or yogurt. You can also split it and use it as a sandwich bread.
Yes, you can split Migros simit and fill it like a sandwich. Cheese, sliced vegetables or egg all work well. Avoid overfilling it: the ring shape and crisp crust can make a heavily stuffed simit difficult to hold together.
Yes, Migros simit can raise blood sugar because its wheat-based dough contains carbohydrates. Pairing it with protein and vegetables can make it part of a more balanced meal. People managing diabetes may need to account for their individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B3
1.89mg · 12% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.54mg · 23% DV
Sodium
432mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 342 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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.
Migros simit is a sesame-coated Turkish ring bread, sold by the Turkish supermarket chain Migros. It draws on the familiar street-simit tradition: a browned, crisp crust surrounds a soft, pleasantly chewy centre. In Turkey, simit is commonly eaten at breakfast with tea, cheese, olives and tomatoes, or picked up as a handy snack during the day. It also works well with ayran or a simple spread.
It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich bread, with 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a more substantial breakfast, pair Migros simit with eggs or cheese and some fresh vegetables; eating it plain makes for an easy snack on the go.
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
— 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
1.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.