Matzo bread

Matzo bread

Grain

Item Rating: 81/100

1 serving (28 grams) contains 110 calories, 3.0 grams of protein, 0.5 grams of fat, and 22.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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932.2
calories
25.4
protein
186.4
carbohydrates
4.2
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (237.3g)
Calories
932.2
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.2 g 5%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 0 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 186.4 g 67%
Dietary Fiber 8.5 g 30%
Sugars 0 g
protein 25.4 g 50%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 42.4 mg 3%
Iron 4.2 mg 23%
Potassium 169.5 mg 3%

* 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
🧂 Low sodium
🧂 Low salt

Source of Calories

84.2%
11.5%
4.3%
Fat: 37 cal (4.3%)
Protein: 101 cal (11.5%)
Carbs: 745 cal (84.2%)

About Matzo bread

Matzo bread, a staple in Jewish cuisine, is an unleavened flatbread traditionally eaten during Passover, commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. Made with just flour and water, its simplicity honors the quick escape that left no time for bread to rise. Matzo is low in fat and sugar, making it a lighter snack option. However, it is also dense and lacks significant fiber, which may contribute to feelings of heaviness if consumed in large quantities. Often enriched with vitamins in commercial varieties, it provides some nutrients to supplement its minimalist recipe. As part of its cultural significance, it can also be used in creative dishes like matzo pizza or matzo brei, offering culinary versatility. While matzo isn't a nutritional powerhouse, its role in tradition and its low-calorie nature make it a noteworthy inclusion in certain diets.