Spelt Sourdough
Grain

How much fiber is in spelt sourdough?

Spelt Sourdough has 2.8 g of fiber per 1 slice (50 g). That is 10% of the daily value and a moderate amount for a grain.

2.8g
per 1 slice
5.6g
per 100 g
10%
daily value
#18of 41
grains

Soluble vs insoluble

Soluble 0.8g 29% Insoluble 2g 71%

The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.

About spelt sourdough and fiber

A slice of spelt sourdough provides 2.8 grams of fiber, more than regular sourdough because spelt flour is usually less refined. Long-fermented spelt sourdough is low FODMAP at this serving.

Counts toward plant diversityLow FODMAP at this serving

How spelt sourdough compares to other grains

Per typical serving. The highest grain in the database is whole wheat pasta at 6.3 g.

FoodServingFiberPer 100 g% DV
Sprouted Grain Bread1 slice3 g8.8 g11%
Wheat Bran2 tbsp3 g42.9 g11%
Wild Rice1 cup cooked3 g1.8 g11%
Whole Wheat Crackers6 crackers2.8 g10 g10%
Spelt Sourdough1 slice2.8 g5.6 g10%
Amaranth1/2 cup cooked2.6 g2.1 g9%
Quinoa1/2 cup cooked2.6 g2.8 g9%

All 41 grains ranked by fiber

Servings to reach a daily goal

9×

servings of spelt sourdough to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women

14×

servings of spelt sourdough to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men

Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.

USDA entries for spelt sourdough

Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.

USDA descriptionFiber / 100 gSolubleInsoluble
Spelt, cooked3.9 g––
Spelt, uncooked10.7 g––
Flour, spelt, whole grain9.3 g––

Frequently asked questions

How much fiber is in spelt sourdough?
1 slice of spelt sourdough, about 50 grams, contains 2.8 grams of dietary fiber. That is 5.6 grams of fiber per 100 grams and 10% of the 28 gram daily value.
Is spelt sourdough high in fiber?
Not especially. Spelt Sourdough has 2.8 g per serving, which ranks 18 of 41 grains in the FiberUp database. It still counts toward plant diversity, but the fiber in a meal will come from elsewhere.
Is the fiber in spelt sourdough soluble or insoluble?
About 29% of the fiber in spelt sourdough is soluble (0.8 g) and 71% is insoluble (2 g). Soluble fiber forms a gel that slows digestion and feeds gut bacteria; insoluble fiber adds bulk and speeds transit.
How many servings of spelt sourdough would reach a daily fiber goal?
It would take about 9 servings to reach 25 g (the adequate intake for adult women) and 14 servings to reach 38 g (adult men). Spreading fiber across several foods is easier and better for gut bacteria diversity.

Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.