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Pide Bread Calories
Traditional Turkish pide bread, soft and slightly airy.
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pide Bread (90 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Pide Bread?
Pide Bread is a Turkish wheat flatbread, typically round and gently flattened, with a dimpled diamond pattern across the top. Bakers may finish it with sesame or nigella seeds. It is especially associated with Ramadan in Turkey, when people often buy it freshly baked for the evening meal.
The crust is lightly browned, while the inside stays soft and airy. Serve it warm alongside soups, grilled foods and dips, or use pieces to scoop up a meal; it also works well at breakfast with cheese and olives. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich bread, with relatively little fat. Pair it with eggs, beans or other protein-rich foods for a more filling plate.
Pide Bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
260
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
52g
· 19% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 13% · Fat 8%
Pide Bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.2mg · 14% DV
Folate
30µg · 8% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
How Nutritious Is Pide Bread?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pide Bread
To burn the 260 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 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 Pide Bread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pide 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
Pide Bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pide Bread
Is Pide Bread the same as pita bread?
No. Turkish pide bread is usually a soft, patterned flatbread with a solid interior, while pita is known for forming a hollow pocket as it bakes. The names are sometimes confused, but they describe different breads.
What is Pide Bread made of?
Pide bread is usually made from wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt. Some recipes add a little oil or sugar, and toppings such as sesame seeds or nigella seeds vary by bakery and style.
How is Pide Bread traditionally served?
Pide bread is served alongside Turkish meals such as kebabs, soups, and grilled foods. It is also torn into pieces to scoop up dips or sauces, or served at breakfast with cheese and olives.
How do you make Pide Bread at home?
To make Pide Bread, prepare a yeast dough, let it rise, shape it into a flat round or oval, and press a pattern into the top. Bake it in a very hot oven until the crust is golden and the center is soft.
Why does Pide Bread have a diamond pattern on top?
The diamond pattern is pressed into Pide Bread to give it its characteristic appearance and help control how the dough expands in the oven. Bakers usually make the pattern with their fingertips rather than cutting through the dough.
Is Pide Bread the same as Turkish Ramadan pide?
Not always. Ramadan pide is a particular Turkish bread traditionally made for iftar, often with a richer-looking surface and sesame or nigella seeds. Pide bread is a broader name that can refer to several Turkish flatbread styles.
How should you store Pide Bread to keep it soft?
Let Pide Bread cool, then keep it in an airtight bag or container at room temperature. Leaving it uncovered dries it out, while refrigeration can make the texture stale faster than storing it at room temperature.
Can you freeze Pide Bread?
Yes. Once cool, wrap Pide Bread tightly or seal it in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw it before serving, then warm it briefly in the oven to soften the crumb and refresh the crust.
How do you reheat stale Pide Bread?
Sprinkle or lightly brush Pide Bread with water, then warm it in the oven until soft. Avoid prolonged heating, which can dry it out further; a microwave works for a quick warm-up but may make the bread chewy.
Can you use Pide Bread for a kebab sandwich?
Yes. Slice Pide Bread through the middle or cut it into pieces, then fill or top it with kebab meat, salad, and sauce. Unlike pocket pita, it does not usually open into a hollow cavity.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.