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High-protein, high-fiber, gluten-free alternative bread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Pea flour bread (40 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
100
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
15.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 22% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 140 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
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 (medium) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Pea flour bread is made by mixing pea flour with liquid and the recipe’s raising and binding ingredients, then baking it. Because pea flour has no gluten, many recipes add a binder or combine it with starch for a less crumbly loaf.
Pea flour bread usually has a mild, earthy, legume-like flavour rather than the neutral taste of white bread. Herbs, spices, or savoury toppings pair well with it and can complement the pea flavour.
No, pea flour bread usually does not rise or stretch like wheat bread because pea flour contains no gluten. Yeast can still leaven it, but the loaf’s height and texture depend on the recipe’s binder and other ingredients.
Yes, pea flour bread can be made without eggs. Vegan recipes commonly rely on a binder such as psyllium or another suitable ingredient to help the loaf hold together; follow the recipe’s specified amounts for the best texture.
Pea flour bread can turn dense or crumbly when the recipe lacks enough structure or the loaf is sliced while warm. Use the recipe’s binder and liquid proportions, and let the bread cool fully before cutting.
Yes, some recipes use only pea flour, but the bread may be compact and fragile because the flour has no gluten. A recipe that includes a binder or starch generally makes slices easier to handle.
Yes, pea flour bread works for sandwiches when its slices are sturdy enough to hold the filling. Toasting a slice can make it less fragile; pair its earthy flavour with savoury fillings such as roasted vegetables or hummus.
Yes, pea flour bread can be used for French toast. Choose thick, fully cooled slices so they are less likely to break when dipped, and cook them gently until the outside is browned.
Store pea flour bread covered in a cool, dry place for short-term use, or freeze it in slices for longer storage. Separate slices before freezing so you can take out only what you need.
Pea flour bread is made with pea flour, while chickpea flour bread uses chickpea flour. Both can have a hearty legume flavour, but their taste and texture vary with the flour and the other ingredients in the recipe.
Vitamins
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Folate
24µg · 6% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
48mg · 7% DV
Sodium
140mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 100 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 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.
Pea flour bread is made with flour milled from dried peas. Recipes vary: some rely mainly on pea flour, while others blend it with different flours or ingredients to help the loaf hold together and rise. It is a useful alternative for home bakers looking beyond familiar wheat-based loaves, though ingredients vary by recipe.
Its flavour is gently earthy and distinctly legume-like; toasted slices develop a firmer, crisp edge. Serve it at breakfast, alongside soup, or as the base for an open sandwich. It stands out for its protein and fibre, with 13 g of protein and 7 g of fibre per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a savoury spread, and check the recipe if you need to avoid particular grains.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.