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Olive-filled sandwich on sesame bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Olive kumru sandwich (150 g) has 465 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 67.8 g of carbs, 12.6 g of protein, 16.8 g of fat and 6.1 g of fiber. Its 37.5 µg of Selenium covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
465
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
67.8g
· 25% DV
Protein
12.6g
· 25% DV
Fat
16.8g
· 22% DV
Fiber
6.1g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 11% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 465 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.8 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.47 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1035 mg | 45% |
| Total carbohydrate | 67.8 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% |
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) | 150 g | 465 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 75 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 80 g | 248 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 558 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 620 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 260 g | 806 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
An olive kumru sandwich is made with sesame kumru bread and olives. Depending on the bakery or recipe, the olives may be baked into the bread or added as a filling, so the name does not guarantee one fixed set of ingredients.
An olive kumru sandwich is defined by its olives, while İzmir kumru commonly refers to a hot sandwich filled with ingredients such as sucuk, salami, and cheese. Recipes vary, so ask what a particular shop includes before ordering.
Yes. Use sesame kumru bread and add olives if they are not already baked into it. You can include other fillings to taste, then warm the sandwich briefly if desired; check the bread first, since some olive kumru is sold as a filled loaf.
You can eat an olive kumru sandwich either at room temperature or warmed. Heating it briefly can bring out the sesame aroma, but it is also convenient cold; avoid overheating it if the filling could dry out.
Fresh tomato, cucumber, or a simple salad pairs well with an olive kumru sandwich. For a Turkish-style breakfast, serve it with tea; for lunch, ayran is another common choice. Keep the sides light if the sandwich is already filling.
No. Olives and sesame kumru bread are the defining features of an olive kumru sandwich, but cheese or sausage is not guaranteed. Shops use different recipes, so ask about the filling if you want to avoid or include a particular ingredient.
Yes, either green or black olives can be used in an olive kumru sandwich. Green olives tend to taste sharper and saltier, while black olives are often milder; drain them well so excess brine does not make the bread soggy.
Reheat an olive kumru sandwich in a toaster oven, regular oven, or sandwich press until warmed through. Use moderate heat and check it often so the sesame bread does not burn; a microwave is quick but can make the bread chewy.
An olive kumru sandwich is best eaten fresh. If it has perishable fillings, refrigerate it promptly in a covered container and eat it soon; do not leave it sitting out for extended periods, especially in warm conditions.
Yes, an olive kumru sandwich can be frozen, though the bread may lose some of its original texture after thawing. Wrap it tightly, thaw it safely, then warm it in an oven or toaster; add fresh vegetables afterward if needed.
Vitamins
B1
0.48mg · 40% DV
B3
5.4mg · 34% DV
Folate
129µg · 32% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
38µg · 69% DV
Manganese
1.08mg · 47% DV
Sodium
1035mg · 45% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
218mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 465 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Olive kumru sandwich is a take on İzmir’s distinctive kumru: a sesame-crusted roll filled with olives, sometimes with other additions depending on the recipe. The bread is lightly crisp outside and soft inside, making it easy to eat as a handheld sandwich.
In Turkey, kumru is a familiar choice for a quick breakfast, lunch or snack with tea. The olives bring a savoury, tangy note that balances the mild bread. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich bite, with some fibre from the olives and bread; a 100 g portion provides 4.1 g of fibre. For a more rounded, lighter meal, serve it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or a simple salad.
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
2.47g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.