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Whole grain bread made from heritage Karakılçık wheat, relatively high in fiber and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Whole grain Karakılçık bread (60 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 247 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.3 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
148
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
26.3g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 16% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.29 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
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) | 35 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 124 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 198 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 90 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 371 kcal |
Calculated from 247 calories per 100 g.
Whole grain Karakılçık bread is a processed loaf made with whole-grain flour from Karakılçık, a heritage Turkish wheat. Because the flour includes the bran and germ as well as the starchy part of the grain, the bread often has a hearty texture.
Whole grain Karakılçık bread usually has a hearty, wheaty flavor and a denser texture than bread made with refined white flour. The exact taste varies with the flour, recipe, and whether the loaf is fermented with sourdough or commercial yeast.
Whole grain Karakılçık bread is made from a particular heritage wheat, while “whole wheat” describes flour milled from the whole wheat grain and does not specify a variety. The two breads can differ in flavor and texture, depending on the wheat and recipe.
Not necessarily. Whole grain Karakılçık bread can be leavened with sourdough starter or commercial yeast; the wheat variety does not determine the fermentation method. Look for “sourdough” on the product description or ask the baker.
Whole grain Karakılçık bread can feel denser because whole-grain flour contains bran and germ, which change how dough develops and holds gas. Its texture also depends on hydration, kneading, fermentation, and the baker’s recipe.
Yes. Mix whole-grain Karakılçık flour with water, salt, and sourdough starter or yeast, then let the dough rise and bake it in a tin or on a tray. Since whole-grain dough can be dense, adjust the water to the flour as needed.
Whole grain Karakılçık bread pairs well with soups, eggs, cheese, hummus, and savory spreads. Its hearty flavor also works for toast or sandwiches; robust toppings tend to complement it better than very delicate fillings.
Keep whole grain Karakılçık bread in a cool, dry place in a breathable bread bag to limit moisture buildup. If you will not finish it within a few days, slice and freeze it to preserve freshness and make serving convenient.
Yes. Slice whole grain Karakılçık bread before freezing and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag. You can thaw individual slices at room temperature or heat them straight from frozen in a toaster.
People with diabetes can include whole grain Karakılçık bread in some meal plans, but its carbohydrates can still raise blood glucose. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; ask your clinician or dietitian what serving works for your individual plan.
Vitamins
B3
2.76mg · 17% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.26mg · 55% DV
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Sodium
258mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
147mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Whole grain Karakılçık bread is made with wholemeal flour from Karakılçık, a traditional Turkish wheat variety. Using the whole grain gives the loaf a darker colour and a heartier crumb than bread made with refined flour.
Its flavour is gently nutty and earthy, and the texture is usually dense and chewy. In Turkey, it works well at breakfast with cheese, olives, tomatoes or eggs, and alongside soups and home-cooked meals. Elsewhere, try it toasted, in a substantial sandwich, or with a bowl of soup. It provides fibre as well as some protein; a 100 g portion contains 7.9 g of fibre. For a lighter topping, add sliced tomato or other fresh vegetables.
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 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
0.29g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.37g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.