Breads & pasta
pita bread
Flat wheat bread that opens into a pocket, the base of souvlaki, shawarma and Eastern Mediterranean mezze.
Who it fits
VeganVegetarianLactose-free
Contains: gluten
General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.
What it does in cooking
The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.
Flavor
Sweetness1
Saltiness2
Umami1
Richness1
Texture
Crispiness2
Chewiness4
Pairs with
carne grelhadatzatzikihomussalada
Glycemic index
68Medium
published range: 57–68
low ≤55medium 56–69high ≥70
source: Harvard Health · Tabelas Internacionais de IG
A reference value (glucose = 100), not a personal prediction: the real response depends on the whole meal, the preparation and you. Not a substitute for professional care.
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