Buckwheat Crêpes

Buckwheat crêpes, known as galettes in French, are savory, thin pancakes from the Brittany region of France. They are traditionally made with buckwheat flour, water, and a pinch of salt, and are often filled with ingredients like ham, cheese, and eggs.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These galettes are a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with a moderate amount of protein depending on the fillings. A plain, unfilled galette typically contains around 120-150 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	350 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	65 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Zinc	1.2 mg
Manganese	0.6 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg

Per 1 galette (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Buckwheat is not a true grain but a seed, making these galettes naturally gluten-free and a staple in gluten-free diets. In Brittany, they are a protected cultural heritage, with strict traditional preparation methods.