Food guide

Italian Bread

Italian Bread is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

Italian Bread, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of italian bread for fair comparison. Typical serving: 50 g — 130 kcal per 50 g serving.

Nutrition information for Italian Bread
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	260 kcal	130 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	9.4 g	4.7 g	3.6 g
Carbohydrate	48.2 g	24.1 g	18.5 g
Fat	2.8 g	1.4 g	1.1 g
Fibre	2.2 g	1.1 g	0.8 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of italian bread, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Italian Bread
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.29 mg	0.14 mg	2%
Vitamin K	3 µg	1.5 µg	3%
Thiamin	0.58 mg	0.29 mg	48%
Riboflavin	0.32 mg	0.16 mg	25%
Niacin	4.5 mg	2.3 mg	28%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	0.05 mg	6%
Folate	132 µg	66 µg	33%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.37 mg	0.19 mg	7%
Choline	14.6 mg	7.3 mg	3%
Minerals
Calcium	105 mg	52.5 mg	8%
Iron	3.5 mg	1.8 mg	19%
Magnesium	26 mg	13 mg	6%
Phosphorus	95 mg	47.5 mg	8%
Potassium	124 mg	62 mg	3%
Sodium	618 mg	309 mg	27%
Zinc	0.79 mg	0.4 mg	7%
Selenium	17.2 µg	8.6 µg	31%
Copper	0.12 mg	0.06 mg	13%
Manganese	0.49 mg	0.25 mg	21%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Bread, Italian

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat italian bread?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Italian Bread is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.