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Spinach Pide Calories
Turkish flatbread stuffed with spinach
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Spinach Pide (180 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.8 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 144 µg of Vitamin K covers 120% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
What is Spinach Pide?
Spinach Pide is a Turkish baked flatbread, usually shaped like a long boat with folded edges around an open center. Yeasted dough is topped with finely chopped spinach, often seasoned and sometimes combined with onion; fillings vary from bakery to bakery. The crust turns golden and slightly crisp in the oven, while the bread stays soft beneath the savory, mildly earthy greens.
In Turkey, it is commonly eaten hot from a bakery as a casual lunch or snack, often sliced and served with ayran or a simple salad. Turkish bakeries abroad serve it similarly, and it also works well as part of a shared meal. Most of its carbohydrates come from the dough, while spinach adds some fibre: a 100 g portion has 2.7 g. For a lighter plate, pair a slice with salad rather than adding a rich dip.
Spinach Pide Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
190
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
31g
· 11% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 13% · Fat 21%
Spinach Pide Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
80µg · 67% DV
Vitamin A
180µg · 20% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Folate
45µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
How Nutritious Is Spinach Pide?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Spinach Pide Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spinach Pide
To burn the 190 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Spinach Pide 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 Spinach Pide Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spinach Pide Good For?
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
Spinach Pide Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spinach Pide
What is Spinach Pide?
Spinach Pide is a Turkish pide: a boat-shaped flatbread with raised edges and a spinach filling baked in the middle. It is usually sliced and served warm as a snack or meal.
What is in Spinach Pide filling?
Spinach is the main ingredient in Spinach Pide filling, often combined with onion and seasoning. Some recipes add cheese or egg, but these are variations rather than ingredients every version must contain.
How is Spinach Pide made?
Spinach Pide is made by spreading prepared spinach filling over rolled bread dough, folding up the sides, and baking it until the crust is browned and the filling is cooked. The dough edges help hold the filling in place.
Is Spinach Pide the same as spinach börek?
No. Spinach Pide uses bread dough shaped into an open boat, while spinach börek is commonly made with thin pastry or layered dough. The pide has a thicker, more bread-like crust.
Where does Spinach Pide come from?
Spinach Pide is a Turkish variation of pide, a baked flatbread with many possible toppings and fillings. Spinach describes the filling, so recipes and local bakery versions can differ across Turkey.
How do you serve Spinach Pide?
Serve Spinach Pide warm, cut into slices, as a meal or something to share. A simple salad, yogurt, or ayran goes well alongside it; the bread and filling make it substantial on its own.
How do you reheat Spinach Pide without making it soggy?
Reheat Spinach Pide uncovered in a preheated oven so moisture can escape and the crust can crisp again. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to soften the bread rather than restore its texture.
Can you freeze Spinach Pide?
Yes, Spinach Pide can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Wrap individual slices tightly, then thaw and reheat them in the oven; this makes it easier to warm only the amount you need.
Why is my Spinach Pide soggy in the middle?
Spinach Pide can turn soggy when the filling releases too much water during baking. Drain or squeeze excess moisture from the spinach before filling the dough, and avoid piling the filling too thickly.
Is Spinach Pide healthy?
Spinach Pide provides spinach along with bread, making it a more substantial choice than plain flatbread. Its overall balance depends on the filling and what you serve with it; adding salad or yogurt can round out the meal.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.