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Detailed nutrition analysis with calories, glycemic index, vitamins and minerals.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Thin slice Karakılçık bread (25 g) has 59 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 25 g
59
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 15% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 59 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 slice (thin) | 25 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 94 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 50 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 141 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 705 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Karakılçık bread is made with flour from Karakılçık, a traditional Turkish wheat variety. The grain has long been associated with cultivation in Türkiye, but recipes and the proportion of Karakılçık flour vary among bakeries.
Karakılçık bread often has a more pronounced, wheaty flavor than bread made with refined white flour. Its taste and texture vary with the flour, fermentation method, and recipe, so not every loaf is equally earthy or dense.
Not necessarily. A thin slice of Karakılçık bread may come from a loaf made with a blend of Karakılçık and other flours. The name identifies the featured wheat, but it does not guarantee that it is the only flour used.
Karakılçık describes the wheat used, while sourdough describes a fermentation method. Karakılçık bread can be sourdough, but it can also be made with commercial yeast; the two terms are not interchangeable.
Karakılçık bread is best kept in a bread box or breathable bag at room temperature and eaten while fresh. Its shelf life varies with moisture and the recipe; discard the loaf if you see mold rather than cutting off the affected part.
Yes, thin slices of Karakılçık bread freeze well when sealed in a freezer-safe bag or container. Separate the slices before freezing so you can take out one at a time, then toast it straight from frozen or let it thaw.
Yes, Karakılçık bread works for sandwiches, especially with moist fillings such as tomato, hummus, or soft cheese. Because some loaves have a firm crumb, thin slices and a spread can make the sandwich easier to bite.
Toasting Karakılçık bread does not reliably make it easier to digest. It changes the surface texture and removes some moisture, but it does not remove the gluten or otherwise turn the bread into a different food.
Yes, you can bake Karakılçık bread at home with Karakılçık flour, water, yeast or sourdough starter, and salt. Because the flour and milling style affect how much water the dough absorbs, add water gradually and adjust the dough texture.
People with diabetes can include Karakılçık bread if it fits their meal plan, but its carbohydrates can raise blood sugar. Pairing a portion with protein and vegetables may help make a balanced meal; individual glucose responses can differ.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.55mg · 3% DV
Folate
7.5µg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Sodium
93mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 59 calories in 1 slice (thin) (25 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 thin slice of Karakılçık bread is cut from a loaf made with Karakılçık, a traditional wheat variety grown in Turkey. The dough is typically made with flour, water, salt and yeast or sourdough; recipes and the degree of whole-grain milling can vary.
It has a distinctive wheaty flavour and a pleasantly substantial bite. In Turkey, it may be served at breakfast with cheese, olives and tomatoes, or alongside soup and home-cooked dishes. Toasting a slice makes an easy base for eggs or vegetables, while a little olive oil and fresh herbs keep the topping simple. With 5.5 g of fibre per 100 g, it offers more fibre than many refined breads; pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich topping for a satisfying meal.
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 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
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.