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Chickpea and potato-based, spiced, vegan bread
In season: Spring · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Topik Bread (50 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.5 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 50 g
90
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
16.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 12% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 2.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Topik bread is a spiced, vegan bread made with chickpeas and potatoes as its base. Its flavour and texture differ from conventional wheat bread, and recipes can vary in their seasonings and preparation.
Topik bread is based on chickpeas and potatoes, with spices for flavour. Other ingredients can vary between recipes and products, so the exact ingredient list is not identical in every version.
No. Armenian topik is a traditional dish made with a chickpea-and-potato filling wrapped in onion. Topik bread is a bread-style food based on chickpeas and potatoes, so the shared name does not mean they are the same dish.
To make Topik bread, use chickpeas and potatoes as the base and season the mixture with spices before shaping and cooking it according to a recipe. Recipes differ, so the proportions and cooking method are not fixed.
Not necessarily. Chickpeas and potatoes are its defining base, but that alone does not tell you whether a particular recipe includes yeast. For a packaged loaf, check the ingredient list; homemade versions depend on the recipe.
Topik bread has a savoury, spiced flavour, with chickpeas and potatoes giving it a character unlike plain wheat bread. The exact taste varies with the seasonings used, so some versions may be more strongly spiced than others.
Serve Topik bread sliced, either on its own or alongside a meal. It also works with dips and sandwich fillings; if the slices feel fragile, warming them briefly before adding toppings can make them easier to handle.
Keep Topik bread in an airtight container and use it promptly, or refrigerate it if you need to store it longer. If you notice mould, discard the whole loaf rather than cutting away just the affected area.
Yes. Slice Topik bread before freezing and separate the slices with baking paper so you can take out only what you need. Thaw a slice and warm it in a pan or oven to refresh its texture.
Yes, you can use Topik bread for sandwiches, but its texture may differ from wheat bread and some versions may be less sturdy. Start with fillings that are not too wet, and warm the slice first if it crumbles easily.
Vitamins
Folate
22.5µg · 6% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.25µg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Sodium
125mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
85mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 90 calories in 1 slice (medium) (50 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.
Topik Bread is a spiced, plant-based bread made with chickpeas and potatoes, inspired by topik, a dish associated with Istanbul’s Armenian cuisine. Chickpeas give it a hearty bite, while potato helps keep the crumb soft and moist. Serve slices at breakfast or alongside a light lunch; it also works well with salads, olives and dips. Its chickpeas contribute fibre and plant protein, while the bread is relatively low in fat. For an easy, lighter pairing, try it with fresh vegetables and a lemony salad rather than a rich spread.
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.
No known major 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
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.