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Crunchy baked snack with fiber and plant-based fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk (20 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 20 g
86
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% 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 59% · Protein 11% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.34 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 8 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 43 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk is a dry, crunchy baked bread product made with sunflower seeds in the dough. It can be eaten as a snack or served alongside breakfast foods, cheese, dips, or soup.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk is typically bread-like in character, with a firm, dry crunch and sunflower seeds throughout. Crackers are often thinner and more brittle, though recipes and textures vary between products.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk usually contains flour, water, a raising agent such as yeast, and sunflower seeds. Some versions also use oil, salt, or other seasonings, so the exact recipe varies by maker.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk can be eaten plain or topped with cheese, hummus, or another spread. Its firm crunch also makes it useful with soup; add it just before eating if you want it to stay crisp.
Store Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to humidity can make it lose its crunch, so seal the package promptly and keep it away from steam and moisture.
Yes, Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk can be crushed and used in place of breadcrumbs. The sunflower seeds add a distinct nutty taste and texture, so it works especially well when that flavor suits the dish.
Yes, you can make Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk at home by adding sunflower seeds to bread dough, baking it, and drying the pieces until crisp. Keep an eye on them as they dry so they do not overbrown.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk pairs well with cheese, savory dips, soup, and breakfast spreads. The mild toasted seed flavor suits both creamy toppings and fresh ingredients such as tomato, but the dry texture benefits from a moist accompaniment.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk can be a convenient crunchy snack, and its seeds contribute a toasted flavor and texture. It is still a baked grain snack, so pairing it with fruit, vegetables, or a protein-rich topping makes for a more balanced snack.
Sunflower Seed Crispy Rusk can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Its crunchy texture makes it easy to keep nibbling, so serve a portion with a filling topping rather than eating from the packet.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.22mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.82mg · 5% DV
Folate
14.8µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.27mg · 12% DV
Selenium
6.2µg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Sodium
112mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
59mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 86 calories in 2 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.
Sunflower seed crispy rusk is a dry, crunchy baked snack made from flour-based dough with sunflower seeds mixed in or scattered over the top. Rusks are enjoyed in many places, and this seeded variety is an easy-to-store alternative to fresh bread.
Its crisp bite and lightly toasted, nutty flavour work well with tea or coffee, as a quick snack, or alongside soup and salads. You can also top it with cheese or a spread for a more substantial bite. It provides fibre and plant-based fats, while much of its energy comes from carbohydrates, so pair a couple of pieces with fruit or yoghurt if you want a more balanced snack.
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
0.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.