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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Toasted Karakılçık wheat bread (30 g) has 83 calories. That works out to 278 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.5 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
83
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 15% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 83 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.17 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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) | 30 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 22 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 42 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 125 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 209 kcal |
| 1 slice (jumbo) | 90 g | 250 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 334 kcal |
Calculated from 278 calories per 100 g.
Toasted Karakılçık wheat bread is bread made with Karakılçık wheat that has been toasted after baking. Karakılçık is a traditional Turkish wheat variety; “toasted” describes the preparation, not a separate type of grain.
No. Karakılçık wheat and einkorn are different wheat varieties, even though both are often discussed as traditional or heritage grains. A loaf made with Karakılçık wheat should not be assumed to contain einkorn unless its ingredients say so.
No. Toasting Karakılçık wheat bread does not make its gluten disappear or make it safe for someone who must avoid gluten. Toasting mainly dries and browns the surface, so people with coeliac disease should not treat it as a gluten-free alternative.
Yes, you can use toasted Karakılçık wheat bread for French toast. Because the slices are already toasted and may be drier than fresh bread, dip them briefly in the egg mixture rather than soaking them for a long time.
For the best crispness, toast Karakılçık wheat bread just before serving. If already toasted, let the slices cool completely and keep them in a dry, airtight container; sealing them while warm traps steam and makes them soft.
Yes. Freeze toasted Karakılçık wheat bread in a sealed freezer-safe bag, separating slices so you can take out only what you need. Reheat the slices straight from frozen in a toaster or oven to bring back some crispness.
Yes, toasted Karakılçık wheat bread can be used for bruschetta. Its firm, crisp surface holds toppings well; add juicy toppings shortly before serving so they do not soften the bread.
The difference can come from the wheat variety, the flour’s grind, and the recipe, not just the toasting. Karakılçık wheat has its own grain character, while the final taste and texture vary between loaves and how darkly they are toasted.
Yes. Let toasted Karakılçık wheat bread cool until crisp, then pulse or crush it into crumbs. Use the crumbs as a coating or topping; if the bread is still soft inside, dry it gently before grinding.
It can fit into a meal, but toasted Karakılçık wheat bread still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood glucose. Pairing a portion with protein and vegetables may make the meal more balanced; individual glucose responses can differ.
Vitamins
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.53µg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.71mg · 31% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Sodium
123mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
87mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Toasted Karakılçık wheat bread is sliced bread made from Karakılçık, an old wheat variety traditionally grown in Anatolia, then toasted until its surface is crisp. The loaf’s crumb and flavour vary with the flour and baking method, but it is often pleasantly hearty and grain-forward.
In Turkey, it commonly appears at breakfast with cheese, olives, tomatoes or eggs, alongside tea; it also works with soup or as a quick snack. For English-speaking cooks elsewhere, use it much like wholemeal toast: its robust flavour pairs well with savoury spreads, soft cheese or ripe tomatoes. It provides 7.2 g of fibre per 100 g, so a slice makes a satisfying base; keep toppings simple if you want a lighter 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
0.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.21g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.