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Multigrain bread
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 267 kcal —
- Protein 11 g 22%
- Carbohydrate 40 g 14%
- Fat 3.5 g 4%
- Saturated fat 0.7 g 4%
- Fibre 7.4 g 26%
- Sugars 4.6 g —
- Sodium 421 mg 18%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.33 µg 2%
- Vitamin E 0.51 mg 3%
- Vitamin K 1.4 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.3 mg 25%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 15%
- Niacin (B3) 3.8 mg 24%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.34 mg 7%
- Vitamin B6 0.13 mg 7%
- Folate (B9) 53 µg 13%
- Vitamin B12 0.05 µg 2%
- Choline 22 mg 4%
Minerals
- Calcium 97 mg 7%
- Iron 3 mg 17%
- Magnesium 74 mg 18%
- Phosphorus 194 mg 16%
- Potassium 199 mg 4%
- Zinc 1.6 mg 14%
- Copper 0.23 mg 26%
- Manganese 1.3 mg 55%
- Selenium 34.1 µg 62%
Similar foods
- Light multigrain breadsliced, as purchased232 kcal / 100 g
- Wholegrain multigrain breadwheat, täyshyvät 100% moniviljaleipä, Vaasan250 kcal / 100 g
- Multigrain bread roll290 kcal / 100 g
- Aamiaissämpylä multigrain bread rollPerheleipurit278 kcal / 100 g
- Gluten-free multigrain breadnaturally237 kcal / 100 g
- Mixed grain breadcommercial258 kcal / 100 g
- Multi-grain breadincludes whole-grain265 kcal / 100 g
- Whole grain whole wheat breadcommercial262 kcal / 100 g
- Multigrain toast282 kcal / 100 g
- Mixed grain bread rollcommercial250 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Multigrain bread
How can you tell whether multigrain bread is wholegrain?
“Multigrain” means it contains more than one grain, not that those grains are whole. Look for “wholegrain” or “wholemeal” near the start of the ingredients; a brown colour or visible seeds alone does not prove it.
How do you stop multigrain bread from going soggy in a sandwich?
Toast the slices lightly, then let them cool before filling. Put a dry barrier such as cheese or lettuce between juicy ingredients and the bread, and pack wet fillings separately if you are making it ahead.
Can you freeze multigrain bread, and how do you thaw it?
Yes. Freeze it in a sealed bag, ideally with slices separated so you can take out only what you need; toast slices straight from frozen, or thaw them wrapped at room temperature.
What goes well with multigrain bread?
Its nutty, chewy flavour works well with eggs, mature cheese, hummus, avocado or smoked fish. For an open sandwich, try cottage cheese with sliced tomato, or mashed avocado with a squeeze of lemon.
Is multigrain bread better for you than white bread?
Not necessarily: “multigrain” describes the number of grains, not whether they are whole. Choose a loaf labelled wholegrain or wholemeal if you want more fibre; multigrain bread provides 7.4 g per 100 g.
Does toasting multigrain bread change its nutrition?
Toasting mainly removes water, so a slice can weigh less and have more nutrients per 100 g, but the slice itself has not gained energy. Toast it until golden rather than very dark.
How much multigrain bread is a serving?
A slice is a practical portion; its weight depends on how thickly the loaf is cut. One 40 g slice provides 107 kcal and 2.9 g of fibre.
Can you use multigrain bread for French toast?
Yes; its sturdy crumb holds the egg mixture well. Dip each slice briefly in beaten egg and milk, then fry over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 3702 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
