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Crispy bread snack with nigella seeds
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Nigella Croutons (30 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 425 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 8.4 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
128
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
19.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% 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 61% · Protein 10% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.51 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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) | 30 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 45 g | 191 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 50 g | 213 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 425 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 100 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 425 calories per 100 g.
Nigella Croutons are crunchy pieces of bread topped with nigella seeds. They add a crisp texture and the seeds’ distinctive savory flavor to soups, salads, and other dishes.
Yes, Nigella Croutons pair well with tomato soup. Add them just before serving so they stay crisp; leaving them in hot soup for too long makes them soften.
Cut leftover bread into bite-size pieces, toss it with a little oil and nigella seeds, then bake until dry and crisp. Let the croutons cool before serving or storing them.
Nigella gives Nigella Croutons a savory, aromatic taste often described as peppery and slightly onion-like. Its flavor is distinctive, so the croutons can add character even to a simple salad or soup.
Yes, Nigella Croutons can replace regular croutons in most salads. Their nigella topping changes the flavor, so they work especially well with greens, tomatoes, and tangy dressings.
Yes, Nigella Croutons soften if they sit in liquid. Scatter them over each bowl immediately before serving rather than adding them to the whole pot, especially if you want them to stay crunchy.
Keep Nigella Croutons in a tightly closed package or airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture quickly takes away their crunch; discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can crush Nigella Croutons and use them in place of breadcrumbs for a savory coating. The nigella flavor will carry through, so it suits vegetables or other foods that pair well with its distinctive taste.
Nigella Croutons can make a quick crunchy snack, but they are mainly bread. For a more substantial snack, serve them with hummus or another protein-rich dip rather than eating them on their own.
Nigella Croutons are not a weight-loss food in themselves. Their crunchy, bread-based texture can make it easy to nibble on more than intended, so use a small amount as a soup or salad topping.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Folate
31.5µg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 128 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 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.
Nigella Croutons are bite-sized pieces of bread baked or toasted until crisp and seasoned with nigella seeds, known in Turkish as çörek otu. They can be made at home from leftover bread or bought ready to eat. The seeds add a distinctive, gently earthy flavour to the toasted bread.
Serve them over soup or salad for crunch, or enjoy a handful as a savoury snack; in Turkey, they may also be offered alongside tea. They are mainly a carbohydrate-rich bread snack, so a modest portion works well as a topping. Pair them with fresh vegetables or a yoghurt-based dip for a more substantial snack.
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
0.51g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 54:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (54:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.