Preparation, uses, and tips
Drizzle thick slices of warm sourdough with
olive oil and top with roasted vegetables
and minced garlic; serve warm with hearty
soups and stews.
Buying and storing tips
Buy sourdough bread in the bakery or bread section of most health food and grocery stores.
Choose the whole-grain variety whenever
possible. Store in a plastic bag or bread box at room temperature, cut side down if possible,
and use within a few days.
Varieties
Sourdough bread is available in rolls and loaves of various shapes and sizes. It’s
traditionally made from white bread, but whole-wheat and rye versions are available.
Nutrition Highlights
Sourdough bread, 1 slice, medium
Calories: 68
Protein: 2.2g
Carbohydrate: 13g
Total Fat: 0.75g
Fiber: 0.75g
*Good source of: Selenium (7.8mcg)
*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.