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Traditional white-flour bread, low in fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of White samoon bread (80 g) has 220 calories. That works out to 275 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.2 g of carbs, 7.3 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 23.2 µg of Selenium covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
220
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
44.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
7.3g
· 15% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 13% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% |
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 piece (medium) | 80 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 40 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 124 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 440 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 275 calories per 100 g.
White samoon bread is a soft, usually oval or boat-shaped bread associated especially with Iraqi cuisine. It is commonly made with white flour and baked until the outside is lightly browned.
White samoon bread has a mild, slightly yeasty flavor and a soft, airy interior. Its crust is usually tender rather than thick or crunchy, making it easy to split and fill.
White samoon bread is strongly associated with Iraq, where it is a familiar everyday bread. Similar versions are also eaten in neighboring parts of the Middle East, and their shapes and toppings can vary.
White samoon bread is commonly shaped into an oval or boat-like roll, often with a long slit along the top. That shape helps distinguish it from round flatbreads, though bakeries may make different sizes and forms.
Yes, white samoon bread works well for sandwiches because its soft crumb can hold fillings without being as flat as pita. Split it and add grilled meat, kebab, vegetables, cheese, or a sauce of your choice.
The slit gives white samoon bread a characteristic appearance and provides a place for the dough to expand as it bakes. It can also make the roll easier to open for filling.
Yes, white samoon bread can stand in for pita in sandwiches or alongside meals, but the texture is different. Samoon is typically a soft roll, while pita is flatter and may form a pocket when baked.
Let white samoon bread cool completely, then keep it sealed at room temperature in a bread bag or container for short-term storage. Avoid refrigerating it, since refrigeration can make bread stale faster.
Yes, white samoon bread freezes well. Once cool, wrap the rolls or place them in a freezer-safe bag, then thaw as needed and warm briefly in the oven to refresh the crust and crumb.
White samoon bread is often served with kebabs, grilled meats, or meals with sauces to soak up. It is also used for filled rolls and can be eaten with cheese or other breakfast foods.
Vitamins
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
Folate
88µg · 22% DV
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Sodium
408mg · 18% DV
Iron
2.64mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 220 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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White samoon bread is a yeasted white-wheat bread associated especially with Iraq. It is commonly baked in an elongated shape with tapered ends, a lightly crisp crust and a soft, airy centre.
In Iraq, it is often split and filled for sandwiches, or served alongside grilled meats and other savoury dishes. Its mild flavour makes it an easy fit for everyday meals elsewhere too: try it with eggs at breakfast, or use it to hold falafel, salad or kebab. It is low in fat and provides some protein, but is mainly a source of carbohydrates with modest fibre. Pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich filling for a more balanced meal.
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.
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.
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
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.