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Sesame simit bread sandwich with cheese and vegetables
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Simit bread sandwich (180 g) has 488 calories. That works out to 271 calories per 100 g. It contains 66.2 g of carbs, 18.7 g of protein, 17.5 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 45.9 µg of Selenium covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
488
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
66.2g
· 24% DV
Protein
18.7g
· 37% DV
Fat
17.5g
· 22% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 15% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 488 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.5 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.72 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 918 mg | 40% |
| Total carbohydrate | 66.2 g | 24% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% |
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) | 180 g | 488 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 271 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 150 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 180 g | 488 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 678 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 813 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 360 g | 976 kcal |
Calculated from 271 calories per 100 g.
A simit bread sandwich is made by splitting a ring-shaped Turkish bread coated with sesame seeds and filling it, commonly with cheese and fresh vegetables. Its chewy, sesame-crusted bread gives it a different texture from a sandwich made with sliced loaf bread.
Cut a fresh simit horizontally, then add cheese and vegetables such as tomato and cucumber. Pat the vegetables dry first to keep the bread from getting soggy. For a warm version, use a cheese that melts well and heat the sandwich briefly.
Feta-style cheese works especially well in a simit bread sandwich with tomato and cucumber, while mozzarella or another melting cheese suits a toasted version. Choose a mild cheese if you want the sesame flavor of the simit to stand out.
A simit bread sandwich uses Turkish simit, which is typically coated in sesame and has a chewy crust. Bagels are usually boiled before baking and have a denser, plainer crust. The two breads have different flavors even when filled with similar ingredients.
Keep wet ingredients out until you are ready to eat. Pat tomato and cucumber dry, put cheese between the bread and any juicy vegetables, and wrap the sandwich in parchment rather than sealing it while still warm.
Yes, you can toast a simit bread sandwich, especially when it contains a melting cheese. Heat it in a pan, sandwich press, or oven until the bread is warm and the cheese softens. Add fresh vegetables afterward so they stay crisp.
It is better to freeze the simit and assemble the sandwich after thawing. Fresh vegetables become watery and lose their texture in the freezer, while cheese can change consistency. Wrap the bread well, thaw it, then add fresh fillings.
A simit bread sandwich with cheese and vegetables is best eaten the day it is made, but it can generally be refrigerated for up to 3–4 days if chilled promptly. Keep it covered at 40°F (4°C) or colder, and discard it if left out for over 2 hours.
Serve a simit bread sandwich with tea, ayran, or a simple salad. Soup makes it a more substantial lunch, while fruit works well for a quick breakfast. Choose a lighter side if the sandwich already has a generous filling.
Yes, a simit bread sandwich can make a convenient breakfast, particularly when filled with cheese and vegetables. Pairing it with fruit or yogurt adds variety, and preparing the vegetables separately helps the sesame bread keep its texture until mealtime.
Vitamins
B1
0.5mg · 42% DV
B3
5.58mg · 35% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B12
0.61µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
46µg · 84% DV
Manganese
1.21mg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
347mg · 50% DV
Copper
0.43mg · 48% DV
Sodium
918mg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
317mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 488 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Simit bread sandwich is made by splitting a sesame-coated simit and filling it, commonly with cheese and vegetables. Simit is a ring-shaped Turkish bread, traditionally sold fresh from bakeries and street carts; turning it into a sandwich makes it an easy meal to take on the go.
The crust is lightly crisp, the centre soft and chewy, and the sesame adds a toasty flavour. In Turkey, it can be enjoyed at breakfast or as a quick bite during the day, often with tea. Tomato, cucumber and leafy greens bring freshness to the savoury cheese, though fillings vary.
It is a bread-centred choice that provides carbohydrates along with some protein and fibre. For a lighter balance, add extra vegetables and keep the cheese modest; it also pairs well with plain yogurt or a simple salad.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.97g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.