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A rustic, medium-brown bran loaf with a coarse, grainy crust and small green parsley flecks throughout, shown in thick slices.
●Low GI
🌿High Fiber

Parsley Bran Bread Calories

Source of fiber with parsley

CALORIES · 100 G

246kcal

GI

50low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

265mg

FIBER · 100 G

8.6g

Quick answer

1 slice (thick) of Parsley Bran Bread (35 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 246 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.1 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Parsley Bran Bread Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (thick) · 35 g

86

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

15.1g

· 5% DV

Protein

3.6g

· 7% DV

Fat

1.4g

· 2% DV

Fiber

3g

· 11% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 16% · Fat 15%

Parsley Bran Bread nutrition facts table · 1 slice (thick) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories86 kcal
Total fat1.4 g2%
Saturated fat0.22 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium151 mg7%
Total carbohydrate15.1 g5%
Fiber3 g11%
Protein3.6 g7%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Thick Slice of Parsley Bran Bread?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (thick)35 g86 kcal
1 slice (thin)25 g62 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g111 kcal
2 slice (thin)50 g123 kcal
2 slice (thick)70 g172 kcal
1 serving (double)70 g172 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g221 kcal
100 g100 g246 kcal
1 serving (triple)105 g258 kcal

Calculated from 246 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Parsley Bran Bread

How do you make Parsley Bran Bread?

Parsley Bran Bread is made by mixing bran and flour with yeast, water, and finely chopped parsley, then kneading, proofing, shaping, and baking the dough. Add well-dried parsley near the end of mixing so its moisture does not make the dough too wet.

Is Parsley Bran Bread healthy?

Parsley Bran Bread can be a filling bread choice because bran contributes fiber and parsley adds flavor. Its ingredients vary by recipe, so check whether bran or whole-grain flour is prominent if you want a loaf with more whole-grain ingredients.

Can Parsley Bran Bread help with weight loss?

Parsley Bran Bread does not cause weight loss by itself, but its bran may help make a meal more satisfying. Pair a slice with eggs, beans, or vegetables rather than relying on bread alone or adding large amounts of calorie-dense spreads.

How should you store Parsley Bran Bread?

Keep Parsley Bran Bread in a bread box or sealed bag at room temperature once it has cooled completely. Fresh parsley adds moisture, which can encourage mold, so discard the whole loaf if you spot mold rather than cutting away just the affected area.

Can you freeze Parsley Bran Bread?

Yes, Parsley Bran Bread freezes well. Slice it first and freeze the slices in an airtight bag, separating them with parchment if they stick together. Toast slices straight from frozen or let them thaw at room temperature.

Should you use fresh or dried parsley in Parsley Bran Bread?

Fresh parsley gives Parsley Bran Bread a brighter herbal flavor, while dried parsley is easier to distribute through the dough. If using fresh, wash it and dry it thoroughly before chopping; excess water can change the dough’s texture.

Why is my Parsley Bran Bread dense?

Parsley Bran Bread can be dense because bran absorbs water and makes dough less elastic than dough made with refined flour alone. Too little proofing, adding excess flour, or mixing in wet parsley can make the loaf heavier; keep the dough moist and allow it to rise fully.

What goes well with Parsley Bran Bread?

Parsley Bran Bread pairs well with eggs, hummus, mild cheese, soups, and salads. Its savory herb flavor also works in sandwiches with roasted vegetables or turkey; lightly toasting the slices brings out the parsley aroma.

Can you make toast with Parsley Bran Bread?

Yes, Parsley Bran Bread makes good toast. Its bran-rich crumb may brown faster and feel firmer than white bread, so use a moderate setting. It works especially well with eggs, avocado, or soft cheese.

Does baking parsley in Parsley Bran Bread destroy its nutrients?

Baking can reduce some heat-sensitive compounds in parsley, but the herb still gives Parsley Bran Bread its distinctive flavor. Baked parsley is not nutritionally identical to fresh parsley, so the loaf should not replace fresh herbs or vegetables in your meals.

Parsley Bran Bread Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.13mg · 11% DV

Vitamin K

13.3µg · 11% DV

B3

1.43mg · 9% DV

Folate

28.7µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.57mg · 25% DV

Selenium

11µg · 20% DV

Phosphorus

85mg · 12% DV

Copper

0.09mg · 10% DV

Sodium

151mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

93mg · 3% DV

Parsley Bran Bread Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

50
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

6.7
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Parsley Bran Bread

To burn the 86 calories in 1 slice (thick) (35 g):

🚶

21min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

9min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

12min

Cycling

🏊

10min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Parsley Bran Bread?

Parsley Bran Bread is a Turkish-style loaf made with wheat bran and chopped parsley folded into the dough. The bran gives it a hearty crumb, while parsley adds a fresh, lightly herbal note. Recipes vary, and it may be baked at home or bought from a bakery.

Serve it at breakfast with cheese, tomatoes and olives, or use it for a filling sandwich or alongside soup. Its bran makes it a notably fibre-rich choice, with 8.6 g of fibre per 100 g. The savoury, green flavour pairs well with mild cheeses and olive-oil-based spreads; to keep a meal lighter, pair a slice with vegetables and a simple topping.

How Nutritious Is Parsley Bran Bread?

Nutrient density

Medium

53/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

61/ 100

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.

Is Parsley Bran Bread Processed?

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.

Does Parsley Bran Bread Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Parsley Bran Bread Good For?

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

Parsley Bran Bread Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.22g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.25g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.51g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 15.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (15.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.