Bread literally has what it takes! With a multitude of varieties, it provides us with fibre and nutrients. Trend-conscious foodies are fans of whole grain bread and healthy fruit and vegetable toppings. In our blog post today, we show how baked goods and veggies complement each other so well and how you can combine them creatively. Bagels, sandwiches and toast are just some of the varieties of bread you can enjoy, all of them delicious and bursting with vitamins. Let’s bake!

 

What can bread do?

 

All breads are not equal. White flour products, like toast, are not necessarily the best choice. They contain a lot of “empty” calories. Refined white bread provides mainly simple carbohydrates in the form of sugar rather than nutrients. This causes our blood sugar levels to rise sharply, followed by a feeling of being hungry again soon after. It’s better to go for whole grain products. These still contain the outer layers of the grain. Whole grain bread, rolls and the like are therefore a good source of fibre and phytochemicals. They also provide minerals like zinc, iron and magnesium as well as vitamins B1 and B2 and folic acid.

 

Why do bread and fruit go so well together?

 

Give it a try for lunch or as a snack in between meals. Bread and fruit complement one another wonderfully. The savoury and hearty bread tastes divine with the fresh and juicy fruit. Bananas, apples, pineapple and other fruit also provide valuable vitamins and minerals. These can be combined with fresh vegetables, dried fruit, nuts, plant-based oils or homemade dressings. Use these tips to conjure up healthy sandwiches or bagels for deliciousness throughout the day.

 

Fancy a snack with fruit power? Try our 5 fruitiest recipe ideas!

 

Banana wholegrain sandwich with cranberries and figs: A new-look sandwich! Get the day started with this stacked fruity masterpiece. Hearty, juicy, fantastic!

 

Blueberry and chocolate sandwich: This fruity sandwich celebrates pears, oranges, blueberries and cottage cheese. Dark chocolate is the sweet highlight for everyone with a sweet tooth.

 

Banana almond bread in a jar: Who says that bread only comes in slices? This recipe presents the art of baking simply and deliciously in a glass jar. This fruity and hearty snack will be ready to join you on all your adventures.

 

Toast with grape chutney and feta: Mediterranean flair from the oven! Our toast with grape chutney and feta is a tasty delight that will seduce you with the flavours of the Mediterranean. Will you have a nibble?

 

Whole grain bagel with bananas, grapes and chocolate hummus: This circular-shaped delight will turn any breakfast table into a showpiece. The combination of bananas, grapes and homemade chocolate hummus in this recipe is hard to beat.

 

Ready for new snacks?

 

Your Dole team