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Sesame-coated, crisp baked breadstick
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Simit-style breadstick (20 g) has 82 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.6 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 4.8 µg of Selenium covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g
82
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
13.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 11% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 82 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.1 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.28 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 124 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.3 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 piece (medium) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 125 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A simit-style breadstick is a crisp, baked breadstick coated with sesame and inspired by the flavors of Turkish simit. Unlike the soft-centered, ring-shaped bread, it is dry and crunchy, making it easy to serve as a snack.
No. Turkish simit is a ring-shaped bread with a chewy interior, while a simit-style breadstick is a crisp, dry stick. The sesame coating and familiar flavor link them, but their shape and texture are quite different.
A simit-style breadstick is typically made with flour, water, salt, yeast or another raising agent, and sesame; some recipes also use oil. Ingredients can vary between brands and homemade recipes, so the flavor and texture are not always identical.
Serve a simit-style breadstick plain or alongside cheese, olives, dips, or soup. Its crunchy texture pairs especially well with soft spreads such as hummus or labneh, and it can also be offered as a snack with tea.
Mix flour, water, yeast, salt, and a little oil into a firm dough, then shape it into thin sticks. Coat the sticks with sesame and bake until browned and dry. Recipes vary, so adjust the dough and baking time to suit your oven.
Simit-style breadsticks are baked, not fried. Baking dries the dough into its characteristic crisp texture, while sesame on the outside gives them the flavor associated with simit.
Store a simit-style breadstick in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help it stay crisp. Moisture softens the breadstick, so reseal an opened package or transfer the pieces to a container with a tight-fitting lid.
Yes, you can freeze simit-style breadsticks in a sealed freezer bag or airtight container. Let them thaw at room temperature, then warm them briefly in the oven if you want to bring back some of their crispness.
Yes, you can crush a simit-style breadstick and use the crumbs as a crunchy topping for salads, soups, or baked dishes. Its sesame flavor is stronger than plain breadcrumbs, so it works best where that toasted taste suits the recipe.
Yes, the flour and carbohydrates in a simit-style breadstick can raise blood sugar. Sesame does not cancel out that effect; if you have diabetes, account for it within your usual meal plan and portion guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.92mg · 6% DV
Folate
19µg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Sodium
124mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 82 calories in 1 piece (medium) (20 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-style breadstick takes its cue from Turkish simit, the sesame-coated bread ring commonly associated with Istanbul. It is baked into a slimmer, crisp form, with a toasted sesame aroma and a dry, crunchy bite rather than the chewy centre of a fresh simit.
In Turkey, it is an easy snack with tea or part of a simple breakfast; elsewhere, it works as a savoury nibble or alongside dips, cheese and soup. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with sesame contributing fat and a modest amount of protein. Pair it with hummus or yoghurt for a more filling snack, or enjoy it on its own when you want something crisp.
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
✓ 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
0.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 62:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (62:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.