Calories in Rye bread
Rye bread contains 259 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 slice (30 g) — carries about 78 kcal.
Dense and aromatic; calorically close to wheat bread with a gentler glycaemic response.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 slice (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 259 kcal | 78 kcal |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 3.3 g | 1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g | 14 g |
| Fibre | 5.8 g | 1.7 g |
| Sugars | 3.9 g | 1.2 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~20 minutes
~8 minutes
Approximate, for a ~78 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in rye bread?
Rye bread contains 259 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 slice (30 g) — carries about 78 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does rye bread have?
Per 100 g: 8.5 g protein, 3.3 g fat and 48 g carbohydrates, of which 5.8 g fibre and 3.9 g sugars.
Is rye bread suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 259 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 slice (30 g)) is ~78 kcal. Dense and aromatic; calorically close to wheat bread with a gentler glycaemic response.
How much does one serving of rye bread weigh?
The typical serving is 1 slice (30 g) — about 30 g, which equals ~78 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of rye bread?
Roughly 20 minutes of brisk walking or 8 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.