Varieties
Bagels come in dozens of varieties, from sweet to savory, and may contain dried fruit, nuts, seeds (usually poppy or sesame), herbs, spices, or sweeteners. They’re available in whole-wheat, white, and multi-grain varieties.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Toast bagels, spread with low-fat cream cheese, and top with thinly sliced red onion and cucumber.
Nutritional Highlights
Bagel (plain, toasted), 1 Bagel (3 1/2-inch diameter [8.9cm])
Calories: 195
Protein: 7.4g
Carbohydrate: 38g
Total Fat: 1.0g
Fiber: 1.6g
*Excellent source of: Selenium (23mg), and Thiamine (0.3mg)
*Good source of: Iron (2.5mg), and Folate (49mcg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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2006-09-07
