Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Ancient grain, low glycemic, high fiber, very thin slice
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Very Thin Siyez Bread (18 g) has 41 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.9 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 18 g
41
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
7.9g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 15% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 41 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (thin) | 18 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 69 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 36 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 276 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Very thin Siyez bread is made with Siyez wheat, an ancient wheat variety also known as einkorn. Recipes vary, so Siyez bread may include other ingredients as well; the name alone does not describe every part of the recipe.
Very thin Siyez bread is distinguished by its Siyez wheat and thin slices. Regular bread can be made with other wheat varieties, while the thinner cut makes it easier to serve as a small side or as a base for toppings.
Very thin Siyez bread pairs well with cheese, eggs, tomatoes, soups, and salads. Its thin slices also work as an open-faced sandwich base; choose toppings that are not so wet that they make the bread soggy.
Yes, you can toast very thin Siyez bread. Because the slices are thin, they can dry out quickly, so use a low toaster setting or warm them briefly in a pan and keep an eye on them.
Not necessarily. Siyez refers to the wheat variety, not the way the dough is fermented. Very thin Siyez bread can be made with sourdough or with other leavening methods, depending on the recipe.
Not automatically. Using Siyez wheat does not by itself mean the bread contains the whole grain, including its bran and germ. Whether a particular loaf is whole grain depends on how its flour is made and the recipe used.
Yes. Freeze the slices in a sealed bag, ideally with baking paper between them so you can take out only what you need. Thaw a portion at room temperature or warm it briefly before serving.
Keep very thin Siyez bread in a bread box or sealed bag in a cool, dry place. Avoid leaving it exposed to air, which can dry out thin slices, and keep it away from damp conditions that encourage mold.
People with diabetes can include very thin Siyez bread, but it still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood sugar. Pairing a measured portion with protein- and fiber-rich foods can make it easier to fit into a meal.
You can crisp up stale very thin Siyez bread in a pan or oven and serve it with soup or salad. If you see mold, discard the whole portion rather than cutting away the visible spot.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.58mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Sodium
61mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 41 calories in 1 slice (thin) (18 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Very thin Siyez Bread is made with flour from siyez, an ancient wheat variety traditionally grown in Anatolia, Turkey. The dough is usually mixed with water and a leavening agent, though recipes vary. Siyez gives the bread a distinctive, gently nutty grain flavour, while its thin slices make it easy to serve alongside other foods.
In Turkey, it may appear at breakfast with cheese, olives and tomatoes. Elsewhere, try it with soup, dips or salad, or use a slice for a light sandwich; warming it briefly brings out a crisper texture. It provides 6.5 g of fibre per 100 g, so it can be a satisfying choice. Pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich topping for a balanced snack.
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.
High
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
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.