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Traditional country bread made with sourdough. Rich in fiber and B vitamins.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Sourdough Country Bread (40 g) has 92 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 192 mg of Sodium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sourdough Country Bread is a rustic-style loaf made by fermenting dough with a sourdough starter, usually using wheat flour. The fermentation gives it a gentle tang, while baking creates a substantial, deeply browned crust around a soft, open-textured crumb. It works well sliced at the table, alongside soup or a home-cooked meal, and is also easy to dress up with cheese, tomatoes or a savoury spread for breakfast or a snack.
With fibre and B vitamins, it brings satisfying substance to a meal, though it is still chiefly a source of carbohydrates. Pair a slice with eggs, beans or vegetables for a more balanced plate, or toast it when you want extra crunch.
Selected: 100 g
230
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
46g
· 17% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 13% · Fat 5%
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Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Folate
35µg · 9% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Selenium
8µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 230 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.19g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
It is made through sourdough fermentation, which gives it a distinctive flavor and texture, but that alone does not make it automatically healthier. The flour used and the rest of the recipe also affect its nutritional value.
Yes, sourdough country bread contains yeast, usually wild yeast living in the sourdough starter rather than only packaged baker’s yeast. The starter also contains lactic acid bacteria, which contribute to the bread’s characteristic tang.
Sourdough country bread tastes tangy because yeast and lactic acid bacteria produce acids as the dough ferments. A longer fermentation, especially in a cool environment, can make that flavor more noticeable.
Sourdough country bread is made by combining flour, water, salt, and an active sourdough starter. The dough is left to ferment, shaped, proofed, and baked at high heat; steam in the oven helps form a crisp crust.
Sourdough country bread can turn out dense if the dough has not fermented enough, the starter is weak, or the loaf is cut before it cools. Letting a baked loaf cool completely helps its crumb set.
Keep sourdough country bread at room temperature in a bread box or a breathable bag, with the cut side facing down. Refrigeration tends to make bread stale faster, so it is usually not the best storage choice.
Yes, sourdough country bread freezes well. Slice it first and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag so you can take out only what you need; individual slices can go straight into a toaster.
A firm, deeply browned crust is normal for sourdough country bread, especially when it is baked at high heat. If the crust becomes too tough after storage, briefly warming the loaf in the oven can refresh it.
Yes, sourdough country bread works well for sandwiches because its sturdy crumb can hold fillings without falling apart. Slice it evenly, and lightly toast it if you want a crisper base for moist ingredients.
Yes, sourdough country bread makes flavorful French toast, and slightly stale slices absorb the egg mixture without becoming as fragile. Its tangy taste pairs well with sweet toppings such as fruit or maple syrup.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.