Whole-wheat (brown) bread calories and protein per slice
1 slice of whole-wheat bread (32 g) has about 81 kcal and 4 g protein. Per 100 g, whole-wheat bread has 252 kcal and 12.4 g protein.
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Nutrition per 100 g and per serving
| Serving | Grams | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Fibre (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bread, whole-wheat, commercially prepared (USDA FDC 172688)Per 100 g, as published | 100 g | 252 | 12.4 | 42.7 | 3.5 | 6 |
| 1 slice of whole-wheat breadUSDA portion: 1 slice | 32 g | 81 | 4 | 13.7 | 1.1 | 1.9 |
| 2 slices for a sandwichAssumed weight | 64 g (assumed) | 161 | 7.9 | 27.3 | 2.2 | 3.8 |
Per 100 g values: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, fdcId 172688: Bread, whole-wheat, commercially prepared. Carbohydrate is total carbohydrate by difference, so it includes the fibre shown.
For gym-goers
Whole-wheat bread gives 4.9 g protein per 100 kcal.
By protein per 100 g, whole-wheat bread ranks #17 of 38 foods on these pages.
Foods on these pages with more protein per 100 kcal:
About Whole-wheat bread
Whole-wheat bread is sliced loaf bread made mainly from whole wheat flour, eaten as toast or in sandwiches.
- Many brown breads in Indian shops are refined flour with colour added; check that whole wheat is the first ingredient before using this row.
- Butter, cheese and spreads in a sandwich add their own values.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 slice of whole-wheat bread?
1 slice of whole-wheat bread (32 g) has about 81 kcal, 4 g protein, 1.1 g fat and 13.7 g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in 100 g of whole-wheat bread?
100 g of whole-wheat bread has about 12.4 g protein and 252 kcal, with 3.5 g fat and 42.7 g carbohydrate.
Is whole-wheat bread high in protein compared with other foods here?
By protein per 100 g, whole-wheat bread ranks #17 of 38 foods on these pages, with 12.4 g per 100 g. That is 4.9 g protein per 100 kcal.
Is all brown bread whole wheat?
No. Colour can come from caramel or a small amount of bran; the ingredient list tells you whether whole wheat flour leads.
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Sources
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central (Public domain (CC0 1.0)).
Nutrition values are general reference data, not medical or dietary advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian for your own needs.