Buckwheat pancakes (Blini)
Buckwheat blini are traditional Russian pancakes made from buckwheat flour, often mixed with wheat flour, and leavened with yeast or baking powder for a slightly tangy, airy texture. They are typically served with savory toppings like smoked salmon, sour cream, or caviar, or sweet options like jam and honey.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Buckwheat blini are a good source of complex carbohydrates and provide dietary fiber, along with essential minerals like magnesium and iron. A typical serving of two medium blini contains roughly 150-200 calories, depending on added fats and toppings.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 65 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.8 mg |
| Folate | 35 mcg |
Per 3 medium pancakes (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Buckwheat is not a grain but a seed, making these blini naturally gluten-free when made without wheat flour, and they have been a staple in Slavic cuisine for centuries, often associated with festivals and celebrations like Maslenitsa.
