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Traditional North Caucasus bread, source of fiber and carbohydrates
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Xlebsi (Bread) (40 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 20 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
100
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
20g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 13% · Fat 9%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 160 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 120 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Xlebsi is a traditional bread from the North Caucasus. The name refers to a regional bread tradition rather than one universally standardized recipe, so its exact shape and preparation can vary.
Xlebsi comes from the North Caucasus, where bread-making traditions vary among communities. Its regional roots are what distinguish it from a generic loaf, even though individual versions may differ in ingredients and appearance.
Xlebsi is a grain-based bread, but its precise ingredients depend on the recipe. The name alone does not establish whether a particular version uses a specific flour, sourdough, or added ingredients, so recipes and products can differ.
Xlebsi is a traditional North Caucasus bread, while lavash is a distinct bread tradition. Xlebsi does not have one fixed shape in the information available here, so differences in thickness or texture can depend on the particular recipe.
Xlebsi can be served as bread alongside a meal, including soups, vegetable dishes, or meat. The traditional pairing varies across North Caucasian communities and depends on the other dishes served.
Once cool, keep Xlebsi in a bread box or closed bag at room temperature to slow drying. Avoid leaving it in a damp place, and discard the whole loaf if you see mold rather than cutting off the affected part.
Yes, Xlebsi can be frozen. Slice it first and seal the slices in an airtight freezer bag, so you can take out only what you need; thaw at room temperature or heat it straight from frozen.
Yes, you can toast Xlebsi to warm it and give the surface a crisp texture. Check it while heating, since slices of different thicknesses and recipes can toast at different speeds.
Xlebsi can affect blood sugar because it is bread and contains carbohydrates. The portion and the rest of the meal matter; people managing diabetes should follow their individual meal plan and ask their clinician or dietitian for personal advice.
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B3
0.84mg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Folate
11.2µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4µg · 7% DV
Sodium
160mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Xlebsi is a traditional bread from the North Caucasus, made from grain flour and eaten as part of everyday meals. Recipes and shapes can vary across the region, so the name may refer to different local versions rather than one fixed loaf.
Its flavour is generally mild and grainy, making it an easy partner for savoury foods. In the North Caucasus it can accompany home-cooked dishes; elsewhere, serve it with soup, cheese, vegetables or a simple spread. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and protein; a 100 g portion provides 3.2 g of fibre. Pair it with eggs, beans or another filling topping for a more substantial 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
— 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
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.