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Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Calories
Savory pastry with tomato filling, made with durum wheat dough
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) (70 g) has 161 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 22 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 5.3 µg of Selenium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
161
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
22g
· 8% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 11% · Fat 33%
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 161 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.54 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 238 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 276 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 322 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat)
What is tomato börek made of?
Tomato börek is a layered pastry filled with tomatoes, usually wrapped in thin dough such as yufka. Recipes may add onion, herbs, spices or cheese, but cheese is not essential; the filling should not be watery.
How do you make tomato börek?
You make tomato börek by layering thin pastry with tomato filling, then baking it until browned and cooked through. Drain or cook down the tomatoes first, and let a cooked filling cool before assembling so it does not make the pastry soggy.
Is tomato börek a traditional Turkish dish?
Yes, tomato börek is a Turkish-style variation of börek, the family of filled pastries made across Turkey and neighboring regions. The tomato version is not tied to one single region, and home recipes vary in their dough and filling.
Can you put cheese in tomato börek?
Yes, cheese can be added to tomato börek, though many versions use tomatoes with herbs or onion instead. Crumbled white cheese or a melting cheese works well; use a modest amount so the filling stays balanced and does not leak.
How do you stop tomato börek from getting soggy?
To keep tomato börek from getting soggy, remove excess moisture from the tomatoes before filling the pastry. Drain chopped tomatoes or cook the filling until thick, then cool it; avoid overfilling the pastry with wet ingredients.
What dough is used for tomato börek?
Tomato börek can be made with thin yufka-style sheets or with dough rolled at home. This durum-wheat version uses durum wheat dough; other recipes may use ready-made pastry sheets, so the texture and layering can differ.
What do you serve with tomato börek?
Tomato börek pairs well with a green salad, yogurt or a glass of ayran. For a Turkish-style breakfast or brunch, serve it warm with olives and tea; as a light meal, salad makes a fresh contrast to the pastry.
How do you store leftover tomato börek?
Store leftover tomato börek in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to about three days. The tomato filling can soften the pastry as it sits, so reheat portions in the oven rather than eating them straight from the fridge if you want a crisper texture.
Can tomato börek be frozen?
Yes, tomato börek can be frozen after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, and freeze; thaw before reheating in the oven. The pastry may be less crisp than freshly baked, especially if the tomato filling was very moist.
How do you reheat tomato börek without making it soft?
Reheat tomato börek in an oven or toaster oven until hot to help restore a crisp exterior. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the layers, particularly because the tomato filling releases moisture.
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
56µg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.54µg · 5% DV
B3
0.77mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
238mg · 10% DV
Selenium
5.25µg · 10% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat)
To burn the 161 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 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.
What is Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat)?
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) is a savoury Turkish pastry made with durum-wheat dough and a tomato filling. Börek is a familiar part of Turkish home cooking and bakery counters, with many regional and household variations; the tomato gives this version a gently tangy, juicy centre beneath its baked pastry layers.
It is served warm or at room temperature, as a snack, a light meal, or alongside tea. A crisp top contrasts with the softer filling, and it pairs well with plain yoghurt, ayran or a fresh salad. The pastry is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein and fibre, so it can be filling without needing a rich accompaniment. For a lighter plate, serve a moderate piece with salad rather than adding another pastry.
How Nutritious Is Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat)?
Nutrient density
Low
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.
Is Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) 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 Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) 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
Tomato Börek (Durum Wheat) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 38.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (38.5:1).
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