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A small, compact ring of bread with a deep reddish-brown, smooth, slightly glossy crust and no visible seeds, resting on a plain plate.

Rize kel simidi Calories

Traditional sesame-free ring bread from Rize

CALORIES · 100 G

315kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Rize kel simidi (85 g) has 268 calories. That works out to 315 calories per 100 g. It contains 53.7 g of carbs, 8 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 23.8 µg of Selenium covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Rize kel simidi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g

268

KCAL / 85G

Carbs

53.7g

· 20% DV

Protein

8g

· 16% DV

Fat

2.4g

· 3% DV

Fiber

2.3g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 12% · Fat 8%

Rize kel simidi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories268 kcal
Total fat2.4 g3%
Saturated fat0.38 g2%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium442 mg19%
Total carbohydrate53.7 g20%
Fiber2.3 g8%
Protein8 g16%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Rize kel simidi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)85 g268 kcal
0.25 piece (quarter)21 g66 kcal
½ piece (half)42.5 g134 kcal
1 piece (small)55 g173 kcal
1 serving (whole)85 g268 kcal
100 g100 g315 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g378 kcal
1 piece (double)170 g536 kcal
2 piece (double)170 g536 kcal

Calculated from 315 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rize kel simidi

What is Rize kel simidi?

Rize kel simidi is a sesame-free ring bread traditionally associated with Rize, in Turkey’s eastern Black Sea region. It is made from yeasted dough and baked, giving it a simpler surface than sesame-coated simit.

Why is Rize kel simidi called “kel”?

“Kel” means “bald” in Turkish, and the name refers to Rize kel simidi’s bare, sesame-free surface. It describes the bread’s appearance, not a separate ingredient or a different type of dough.

Does Rize kel simidi contain sesame?

Traditional Rize kel simidi does not have sesame on its surface; that bare appearance is central to its name. Bakery recipes and handling can vary, so ask the seller if you need to avoid sesame completely.

How is Rize kel simidi made?

Rize kel simidi is made by shaping yeasted dough into rings and baking them. Wheat flour, water, salt and yeast are common basics, though individual bakeries may use their own proportions or methods.

Is Rize kel simidi the same as Turkish simit?

No. Rize kel simidi is a regional type of Turkish ring bread, but it is characteristically made without the sesame coating common on many simit varieties. Its local name points to that difference.

What does Rize kel simidi taste like?

Rize kel simidi tastes like a mildly savoury, wheat-based bread rather than a sweet pastry. With no sesame coating, its flavour is more straightforward, and the crust and chew can vary between bakeries.

What do people eat with Rize kel simidi?

Rize kel simidi is often enjoyed with tea and can be paired with cheese or other breakfast foods. Its plain bread-like flavour also makes it a practical accompaniment to soups and savoury meals.

How should you store Rize kel simidi?

Keep Rize kel simidi in a bread box or closed bag at room temperature and eat it while fresh. Avoid leaving it somewhere damp, since trapped moisture can make the bread turn soft or spoil sooner.

Can you freeze Rize kel simidi?

Yes, Rize kel simidi freezes well when wrapped tightly while fresh. Thaw it before eating, then warm it briefly in an oven if you want to refresh the crust; freezing is preferable to letting it go stale.

Where does Rize kel simidi come from?

Rize kel simidi comes from Rize, a province on Turkey’s eastern Black Sea coast. It is a local ring-bread tradition, and versions sold elsewhere may differ slightly from those made by Rize bakeries.

Rize kel simidi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.36mg · 30% DV

B3

3.23mg · 20% DV

Folate

80.75µg · 20% DV

B2

0.2mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Selenium

24µg · 44% DV

Manganese

0.47mg · 20% DV

Sodium

442mg · 19% DV

Iron

3.06mg · 17% DV

Potassium ⭐

100mg · 3% DV

Rize kel simidi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

38.3
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Rize kel simidi

To burn the 268 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):

🚶

66min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

27min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

36min

Cycling

🏊

31min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Rize kel simidi?

Rize kel simidi is a sesame-free ring bread from Rize, a city on Turkey’s Black Sea coast. It is made from a simple wheat-flour dough, shaped into rings and baked; “kel” refers to its bare, sesame-free surface.

The browned outside is relatively crisp, while the inside is compact and pleasantly chewy. In Turkey it is commonly eaten at breakfast or with tea, plain or alongside cheese and olives. Its straightforward, savoury flavour also makes it easy to serve as bread with a light meal.

It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with comparatively little fat. Pair it with eggs, cheese or yogurt for a more substantial breakfast.

How Nutritious Is Rize kel simidi?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

36/ 100

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.

Is Rize kel simidi 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 Rize kel simidi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Rize kel simidi 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

Rize kel simidi Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.38g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.36g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.69g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.