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Pide Calories
Traditional Turkish flatbread baked in a stone oven
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GI
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pide (120 g) has 318 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 61.2 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B1 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Pide?
Pide is a Turkish leavened flatbread, traditionally baked in a hot oven. It is often oval or round, with a soft, pale crumb and a golden crust marked with a shallow diamond pattern. Recipes and shapes vary by region, and the special Ramadan pide is especially familiar in Turkey.
In Turkey, it is served warm at iftar, alongside soups and main dishes, or at breakfast with cheese, olives and tea. It also works well as a simple bread for scooping up stews and dips. Pide is mainly a carbohydrate source, with 51 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a more balanced, lighter meal, pair a modest portion with vegetables and a protein-rich topping or side.
Pide Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
265
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
51g
· 19% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 13% · Fat 9%
Pide Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.5mg · 16% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
How Nutritious Is Pide?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Pide Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pide
To burn the 265 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Pide 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 Pide Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pide Good For?
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
Pide Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.7:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pide
What is Pide?
Pide is a Turkish flatbread, usually oval, with a soft interior and a lightly browned crust marked by shallow cuts. It is different from the filled, boat-shaped Turkish dish also called pide.
How is Pide bread made?
Pide is made from yeast-raised dough that is shaped, scored, and baked until its crust is golden. A hot stone oven is traditional and helps cook the base while keeping the inside soft.
How do you eat Pide?
Pide is commonly torn or sliced and served alongside soups, dips, cheese, eggs, or a main meal. You can also split it and fill it like a sandwich, though Turkish meals often serve it simply as bread.
Is Pide the same as pita bread?
No, Pide and pita are different breads. Turkish Pide is commonly an oval, soft flatbread with scored marks; pita is usually round and often puffs into a hollow pocket that can be filled.
How should you store Pide bread?
Store Pide once it has cooled in a bread bag or airtight container at room temperature. Refrigeration can make it stale more quickly, so freeze it if you need to keep it for longer.
Can you freeze Pide?
Yes, Pide freezes well. Let it cool, then wrap it tightly or place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze whole or in portions, and reheat after thawing to bring back a softer texture.
How do you reheat Pide without drying it out?
Sprinkle Pide lightly with water and warm it briefly in an oven to soften the crumb. You can also heat it in a covered pan. Avoid prolonged microwave heating, which can make the bread chewy.
What is the difference between Turkish Pide and Ramadan Pide?
Ramadan Pide is a seasonal Turkish bread traditionally eaten during Ramadan, often round and topped with sesame or nigella seeds. The everyday Pide shown here is often oval and has a scored top.
Why is Pide scored on top?
The shallow diamond-shaped scoring helps the Pide expand more evenly as it bakes and gives it its characteristic appearance. It also makes the finished bread easier to tear into pieces.
What do you serve with Pide?
Pide goes well with Turkish soups, kebabs, meze, cheese, and breakfast foods such as eggs and olives. Its soft crumb is also useful for soaking up sauces and juices from a meal.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.