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Pita Bread

Pita Bread is a round, pocket-style flatbread common across Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, often used to hold fillings or served alongside dips. It’s known for its soft, slightly chewy texture and the characteristic pocket that forms during baking. Nutritionally it is a carbohydrate-forward staple that also provides a modest amount of protein — about 9.1g per 100g — though it tends to be lower in fiber and micronutrient density than whole-grain breads. As a refined flatbread, it can be a convenient base for balanced meals but choosing whole-grain varieties or pairing it with vegetables, beans and healthy fats will improve its nutritional profile.

Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~0.65€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Pita.

Calories

275 kcal

14% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

9.1 g

18% RDI

Fat

1.2 g

0.2g sat fat

Carbs

56 g

20% RDI

Sugar

1.3 g

3% RDI

Fiber

2.2 g

7% RDI

Salt

0.5 g

11% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Pita Bread healthy?

Pita Bread is rated moderate (Health Grade C+) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Pita Bread?

Pita Bread is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Pita Bread lactose free?

Yes, Pita Bread is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Pita Bread?

100g of Pita Bread contains 275 kcal, 9.1g protein, 55.7g carbohydrates, 1.2g fat, and 2.2g fiber.

Q.04Is Pita Bread vegan?

Yes, Pita Bread is vegan.

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