An easy recipe for homemade bread made with wholemeal flour and a nutritious blend of seeds. It’s ideal for breakfast or as a snack between meals, providing dietary fibre, healthy fats and valuable micronutrients.

Preparation time: 25 minutes

Resting time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes

Baking time: 35–40 minutes

Ingredients (1 loaf, approximately 12 slices):

• 250 g organic wholemeal flour
• 250 g organic all-purpose wheat flour
• 1 sachet organic dry yeast
• 350 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp organic extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp organic flaxseeds
• 2 tbsp organic chia seeds
• 2 tbsp organic sunflower seeds
• 2 tbsp organic pumpkin seeds

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the lukewarm water with the yeast and leave for 5–10 minutes, until the mixture starts to foam.
2. Add both types of flour, the olive oil and the salt. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Add the seeds and knead for approximately 10 minutes, until the dough becomes elastic. If it feels too dry, add a little water, 1 tbsp at a time.
4. Cover the dough and leave it in a warm place for approximately 1 hour, until it doubles in size.
5. Gently knead the dough to release any excess air and shape it as desired. Place it in a loaf tin or on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Cover and leave to rest for another 25–30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 35–40 minutes, until the bread is golden brown.
7. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 slice, approximately 60 g):

• Calories: ~150 kcal
• Carbohydrates: ~30 g
• Protein: ~6 g
• Fat: ~4 g

Chia seeds and flaxseeds are sources of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fibre and polyphenols, plant compounds with antioxidant properties. Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds contribute to the intake of micronutrients such as magnesium, zinc, iron and vitamin E. Meanwhile, wholemeal flour increases the bread’s content of dietary fibre, B vitamins and iron.

When and How to Enjoy It

You can enjoy this homemade seeded bread for breakfast or as a snack between meals, or serve it alongside your lunch or dinner.

For a more complete and balanced snack, pair it with a source of protein, such as cheese or egg, along with vegetables. If you prefer a sweet version, try it with tahini or 100% peanut butter and fresh fruit.

Enjoy!🙂

Olga-Konstantina Samouri
Dietitian – Nutritionist