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Open-faced bread tartine spread with pesto
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Pesto tartine (55 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.2 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 25.3 µg of Vitamin K covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 55 g
172
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
17.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 11% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.71 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 281 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
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) | 55 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 110 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 437 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
A pesto tartine is an open-faced slice of bread topped with pesto. It may be served simply with pesto or finished with additions such as tomatoes, cheese, or vegetables, either toasted or fresh.
Toast a slice of sturdy bread, spread pesto over it, then add toppings such as sliced tomato or cheese. For a warm tartine, bake it briefly until the toppings are heated and any cheese has melted.
A crusty bread that holds its shape works best for a pesto tartine. Sourdough, country bread, or a baguette are good choices; lightly toasting the slice helps keep pesto from making it soggy.
A pesto tartine can be served hot or cold. Warm versions are briefly baked, often with cheese on top, while a cold version works well with toasted bread and fresh toppings such as tomatoes or greens.
A pesto tartine pairs well with a green salad, tomato salad, or soup. Serve it with salad for a light meal, or add olives and cheese when you want a more substantial lunch spread.
Yes, red pesto works well on a pesto tartine. Its sun-dried tomato flavor pairs especially well with mozzarella, roasted vegetables, or fresh tomato; spread it in a thin layer so it does not overwhelm the bread.
A pesto tartine is an open-faced bread slice defined by its pesto topping. Bruschetta is typically toasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with ingredients such as tomato and olive oil, so pesto is not essential to bruschetta.
You can prepare the toppings ahead, but assemble a pesto tartine close to serving time. Pesto and juicy toppings can soften the bread as they sit, so toast the bread and add the toppings just before eating.
Store leftover pesto tartine in a covered container in the refrigerator and aim to eat it the next day. The bread may lose its crispness; briefly warming it in the oven can improve the texture before serving.
Yes, you can make a pesto tartine without baking it. Toast the bread first, let it cool slightly, then spread on pesto and add fresh toppings; this keeps ingredients such as tomatoes and greens crisp.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
25.3µg · 21% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
1.32mg · 8% DV
Folate
28.6µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.7µg · 14% DV
Sodium
281mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 172 calories in 1 slice (medium) (55 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.
Pesto tartine is a slice of bread served open-faced and spread with pesto. It brings together the French tartine style of serving bread with Italy’s fragrant basil-based sauce. The pesto gives the bread a rich, savoury flavour; toasting the slice adds a crisp contrast to the soft spread.
It works well for brunch, a light lunch or a snack, whether you’re serving it simply or alongside a salad. Bread supplies much of its carbohydrate, while pesto contributes a substantial share of the fat; protein is relatively modest. Add sliced tomatoes or leafy greens for freshness, or use a lighter hand with the pesto if you prefer a less rich topping.
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.
Low
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.71g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.