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Gluten-free bread alternative with fiber and healthy fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread (56 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 4.4 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 56 g
160
KCAL / 56G
Carbs
23.4g
· 9% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
4.4g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 12% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 230 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 (medium) | 28 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 24 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 38 g | 109 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 56 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 56 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 84 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 84 g | 240 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread is a prepared, processed bread that is baked and toasted. Recipes commonly use buckwheat flour or groats, flaxseed, water, salt, and a raising agent; some include other flours or binders, so the exact ingredients vary by recipe or product.
No, toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread usually has a more earthy, nutty flavor than mild wheat bread. The flaxseed adds a slightly crunchy texture, while toasting makes the surface crisp and brings out the seed-like flavor.
No, buckwheat is not wheat; it is a seed from a different plant family. The name can be confusing, so check the ingredients if you need to know whether a particular toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread also contains wheat or another grain.
Toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread can crumble because buckwheat does not form the stretchy gluten structure found in wheat dough. Recipes often use binders and enough moisture to hold the loaf together; letting it cool fully before slicing can also reduce crumbling.
Store toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moist conditions can encourage mould, while refrigeration may dry out homemade bread. If you will not use it within a few days, freeze slices and take out only what you need.
Yes, toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread freezes well. Separate slices with parchment or freeze them in a single layer before packing them airtight, so you can take out individual portions. Reheat frozen slices in a toaster or let them thaw first.
Toast toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread briefly on a moderate setting, since thin or already-toasted slices can become hard quickly. If the bread is already toasted, warm it just long enough to heat through rather than running it through a full, high-heat cycle.
Toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread pairs well with savory toppings such as avocado, eggs, cheese, or hummus, and also works with fruit or nut butter. If the slice is crumbly, spread the topping gently or use it as a base for an open sandwich.
Yes, you can make toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread at home with buckwheat flour, flaxseed, water, salt, and a recipe-specific raising agent or binder. Bake the loaf, let it cool completely, then slice and toast it; buckwheat dough will not stretch like wheat dough.
Yes, toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread can work for open-faced sandwiches and sturdier fillings. Because some versions crumble more easily than wheat bread, toast the slices lightly, avoid overloading them, and spread soft toppings gently before adding other ingredients.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.34mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.24µg · 7% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.67mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
137mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
66mg · 16% DV
Sodium
230mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
143mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Toasted flaxseed buckwheat bread is bread made with buckwheat flour and flaxseeds, then toasted for a crisp surface. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a type of wheat; breads made from it are popular as an alternative to conventional wheat loaves, including among people looking for gluten-free options. Recipes and styles vary, and it is not tied to one particular regional tradition.
Toasting brings out buckwheat’s earthy, slightly nutty flavour, while the flaxseeds add a deeper nuttiness and a little crunch. Enjoy it at breakfast or as a quick snack, topped with eggs, cheese, hummus, avocado or nut butter. Its fibre and fat make it more substantial than plain toast; it provides 7.8 g of fibre per 100 g. If you need to avoid gluten, check the package for cross-contact information.
High
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.