Food guide

French Bread

French Bread is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

French Bread, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of french bread for fair comparison. Typical serving: 50 g — 136 kcal per 50 g serving.

Nutrition information for French Bread
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	272 kcal	136 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	10.8 g	5.4 g	4 g
Carbohydrate	52 g	26 g	19.1 g
Fat	2.4 g	1.2 g	0.9 g
Fibre	2.2 g	1.1 g	0.8 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of french bread, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for French Bread
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.21 mg	0.11 mg	1%
Vitamin K	0.7 µg	0.35 µg	<1%
Thiamin	0.71 mg	0.36 mg	59%
Riboflavin	0.43 mg	0.22 mg	33%
Niacin	4.8 mg	2.4 mg	30%
Vitamin B6	0.11 mg	0.055 mg	6%
Folate	170 µg	85 µg	43%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.46 mg	0.23 mg	9%
Choline	8 mg	4 mg	1%
Minerals
Calcium	52 mg	26 mg	4%
Iron	3.9 mg	2 mg	22%
Magnesium	32 mg	16 mg	8%
Phosphorus	105 mg	52.5 mg	8%
Potassium	117 mg	58.5 mg	2%
Sodium	602 mg	301 mg	26%
Zinc	1 mg	0.5 mg	9%
Selenium	28.6 µg	14.3 µg	52%
Copper	0.15 mg	0.075 mg	17%
Manganese	0.58 mg	0.29 mg	25%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Bread, french or vienna (includes sourdough)

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat french bread?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
French Bread is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.