Lebanese pita

Lebanese pita

Grain

Item Rating: 70/100

1 serving (60 grams) contains 165 calories, 5.5 grams of protein, 0.5 grams of fat, and 33.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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660
calories
22.0
protein
132
carbohydrates
2.0
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (240g)
Calories
660
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.0 g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 1200 mg 52%
Total Carbohydrates 132 g 48%
Dietary Fiber 6 g 21%
Sugars 4.0 g
protein 22.0 g 44%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 80.0 mg 6%
Iron 4.8 mg 26%
Potassium 240 mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar

Source of Calories

83.3%
13.9%
2.8%
Fat: 18 cal (2.8%)
Protein: 88 cal (13.9%)
Carbs: 528 cal (83.3%)

About Lebanese pita

Lebanese Pita is a soft, round flatbread that originates from Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Lebanon. Made from simple ingredients like wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and a touch of sugar, its dough is rolled thin and baked at high temperatures to create a pocket when sliced. Versatile and flavorful, pita serves as a staple food in Lebanese households, used as a wrap, a scooping tool for dips like hummus, or simply enjoyed plain. Rich in carbohydrates, it provides quick energy, while fiber content can vary depending on whether whole wheat or white flour is used. Whole wheat Lebanese Pita offers added nutrients like iron and B vitamins, supporting digestive health and sustained energy levels. However, traditional white pita is less nutrient-dense due to refined flour. Low in fat and free of added sugars, this bread can be a wholesome part of balanced meals when paired with lean proteins and fresh vegetables.