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Savory biscuit with quinoa and herbs, provides some fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Quinoa herb biscuit (18 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g
84
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 8% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.92 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 piece (medium) | 18 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 28 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 140 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 36 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 279 kcal |
| 4 piece (triple) | 72 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 90 g | 419 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
A quinoa herb biscuit is a savory baked biscuit made with quinoa and herbs or seeds for extra flavor and texture. The Turkish food name on this page specifies black cumin (nigella) seeds, which give the biscuit a distinctive aromatic, slightly peppery taste.
To make a quinoa herb biscuit, mix quinoa into a savory dough made with flour and a fat such as butter or oil, then add herbs or black cumin seeds and bake until set and lightly browned. Cook and cool whole quinoa first; quinoa flour can also be used.
You can replace black cumin in a quinoa herb biscuit with sesame or poppy seeds for a different savory flavor and a similar seeded texture. Sesame is a common allergen, so choose another option if it is unsuitable for you.
Black cumin gives a quinoa herb biscuit a warm, aromatic flavor that can taste slightly peppery and reminiscent of onion. The seeds also add a little crunch, so reducing their amount is an easy way to make the flavor less pronounced.
A quinoa herb biscuit pairs well with cheese, olives, hummus, or a bowl of soup. Its savory, seeded flavor also works as a crunchy snack with tea; sweet toppings are less traditional but can be used if you enjoy the contrast.
Let a quinoa herb biscuit cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Trapped steam or humidity softens biscuits, so avoid sealing them while warm and keep the container away from the stove.
Yes, you can freeze quinoa herb biscuit dough. Shape it into a sealed, freezer-safe package, thaw it in the refrigerator before baking, and check the texture before shaping; dough with cooked quinoa may soften as it thaws.
Yes, you can make a quinoa herb biscuit without butter by using a suitable neutral oil or another fat used in savory baking. The dough may feel different to handle, so add the liquid gradually and stop when it holds together.
A quinoa herb biscuit can be a convenient savory snack, but it is still a baked biscuit rather than a substitute for a balanced meal. Pairing one with fruit, vegetables, or a protein-rich food can make a snack more satisfying.
Yes, a quinoa herb biscuit can raise blood sugar because it contains flour and other carbohydrate-containing ingredients. If you have diabetes, include it in your meal plan and consider having it with protein or vegetables; your response can vary by recipe and portion.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.52mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.34mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.24µg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Sodium
94mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
41mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Quinoa herb biscuit is a savoury, crisp biscuit made with quinoa and çörek otu, the small, aromatic black seeds often called nigella or black cumin. It is a packaged snack, though similar seed-studded biscuits are also easy to make at home.
Its toasted, gently peppery seed flavour works well with the biscuit’s crunchy texture. In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed with tea or alongside cheese, olives and sliced vegetables; elsewhere, serve it as a snack or with soup and dips. It is mostly a carbohydrate-and-fat snack, with some fibre from the quinoa and seeds: 100 g provides 4.9 g of fibre. Pair a modest portion with fresh vegetables or a protein-rich topping for a more filling snack.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.