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Kataifi Pastry

Kataifi Pastry is a very thin layered pastry dough used across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines for dishes like baklava, börek, kunafa and various savory pies and rolls. It is prized for its crisp, flaky texture when brushed with fat and baked or fried. In terms of nutrition, Kataifi Pastry is primarily a refined carbohydrate product and provides about 8g of protein per 100g, but relatively little fiber and no significant sources of healthy fats. It can contribute small amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals depending on the flour used. From a health perspective, phyllo is convenient and lower in fat than many richer puff pastries when used sparingly, but it remains a refined grain product with limited protein quality and fiber; choosing whole‑grain or olive‑oil–based versions can make it a bit more nutritious.

Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~0.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Phyllo Pastry.

Calories

291 kcal

15% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

8 g

16% RDI

Fat

2.5 g

0.6g sat fat

Carbs

59 g

21% RDI

Sugar

1.5 g

3% RDI

Fiber

2.3 g

8% RDI

Salt

0.9 g

18% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Kataifi Pastry healthy?

Kataifi Pastry is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Kataifi Pastry?

Kataifi Pastry is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Kataifi Pastry lactose free?

Yes, Kataifi Pastry is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Kataifi Pastry?

100g of Kataifi Pastry contains 291 kcal, 8g protein, 59g carbohydrates, 2.5g fat, and 2.3g fiber.

Q.04Is Kataifi Pastry vegan?

Yes, Kataifi Pastry is vegan.

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