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Classic Turkish snack: bread topped with tomato paste.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Salçalı Pannik (40 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
84
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
15.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 13% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 slice (extra small) | 25 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 55 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 slice (extra large) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Salçalı Pannik is a simple Turkish snack made by spreading tomato paste over bread. It is a practical way to turn a slice of bread into a savory bite, and recipes may add oil or spices.
To make Salçalı Pannik, spread a thin layer of tomato paste on bread and heat it until the bread is warm or crisp. Loosen thick paste with a little water or olive oil, then season with herbs or pepper if you like.
Salçalı Pannik and salçalı ekmek can describe the same basic idea: bread topped with paste. There is no widely fixed distinction between the names, though a household or local recipe may use a particular bread, seasoning, or cooking method.
A sturdy slice works best for Salçalı Pannik because it holds the paste without turning limp. Try sourdough or country-style bread for a chewy base, or sandwich bread for a softer snack; very thin slices can become soggy quickly.
Yes, you can make Salçalı Pannik with Turkish pepper paste, but the flavor will be deeper and often hotter than with tomato paste. If the paste is strongly salted, use a thinner layer and skip extra salt.
Salçalı Pannik can be eaten untoasted, but heating it crisps the bread and warms the tomato paste. A skillet, oven, or toaster oven works; keep the heat moderate so the paste does not scorch before the bread is ready.
Salçalı Pannik pairs well with cucumber, tomato, olives, or mild cheese. These make a more complete breakfast or snack and balance the paste’s savory taste; choose unsalted accompaniments if your paste is already salty.
It is better to assemble Salçalı Pannik shortly before serving, since tomato paste can make bread soft as it sits. For advance prep, keep the bread and paste separate, then spread and toast the bread when you are ready to eat.
Store leftover Salçalı Pannik covered in the refrigerator and reheat it before eating. The bread may lose its crispness, so warming it in a skillet or oven works better than eating it cold; discard it if it has been left out for an extended time.
For less salty Salçalı Pannik, use a low-sodium tomato paste, spread it thinly, and avoid adding salt. Garlic, dried oregano, or chili flakes can add flavor without relying on more salt or extra oil.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
48µg · 5% DV
B3
0.68mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Salçalı Pannik is a simple Turkish snack made by spreading tomato paste over a slice of bread. It is an easy home-style bite, put together with everyday ingredients rather than a set recipe. The paste gives the bread a concentrated, savoury tang, while the texture depends on whether the bread is soft or toasted.
In Turkey, it may be eaten at breakfast, as a snack with tea, or whenever something quick is wanted. It is mainly a carbohydrate source, with relatively little fat, so it may work better as part of a snack than as a meal on its own. Add cucumber or tomato alongside, or use a thin layer of paste for a lighter bite.
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
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.