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Ayvalık dry-cured olives Calories
Source of monounsaturated fat; high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
10 piece (medium) of Ayvalık dry-cured olives (40 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 200 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Vitamin E covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ayvalık dry-cured olives Nutrition Facts
Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 40 g
80
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 3% · Fat 87%
Ayvalık dry-cured olives nutrition facts table · 10 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.14 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 10 Pieces of Ayvalık dry-cured olives?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 30 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 20 g | 40 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 60 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 40 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 100 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 60 g | 120 kcal |
| 20 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 160 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 80 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 200 kcal |
Calculated from 200 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ayvalık dry-cured olives
What are Ayvalık dry-cured olives?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives are Turkish olives preserved by curing them with salt rather than keeping them submerged in brine. The process draws out moisture and bitterness, leaving olives that are typically wrinkled, firm, and intensely flavored.
How are Ayvalık dry-cured olives made?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives are made by packing mature olives with salt and turning or tending them as they cure and release liquid. Producers vary in their methods, but the dry cure gives the olives their characteristic concentrated flavor and wrinkled skin.
Why are Ayvalık dry-cured olives wrinkled?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives wrinkle because salt draws moisture out of the fruit during curing. Wrinkling is normal for this style; a foul smell, slimy surface, or unusual softness is a better reason to discard them than their appearance alone.
How do Ayvalık dry-cured olives differ from brined olives?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives are cured with salt and lose more moisture, while brined olives mature submerged in a saltwater solution. Dry-cured olives are generally firmer and more concentrated in flavor; brined ones tend to be plumper and juicier.
Should you rinse Ayvalık dry-cured olives before eating them?
You do not have to rinse Ayvalık dry-cured olives, but a quick rinse can remove some surface salt or oil. Rinse only the portion you plan to eat, since adding moisture to the stored olives can shorten their keeping quality.
How do you store Ayvalık dry-cured olives after opening?
Store opened Ayvalık dry-cured olives in a clean, tightly covered container in the refrigerator, following any storage directions on the package. Use a clean, dry utensil, and keep the olives in the packing medium if the producer specifies one.
Can you cook with Ayvalık dry-cured olives?
Yes, Ayvalık dry-cured olives work well in salads, grain dishes, pasta, and savory baked goods. Their concentrated salty flavor can season a dish as it cooks, so taste before adding extra salt and add the olives in moderation.
What do Ayvalık dry-cured olives taste like?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives taste savory, salty, and more concentrated than many brined olives, with a firm, sometimes slightly chewy texture. The exact flavor varies with the olive variety, ripeness, and curing method.
How can you tell if Ayvalık dry-cured olives have gone bad?
Discard Ayvalık dry-cured olives if they develop visible mold, a rotten or sharply unpleasant odor, or a slimy texture. Do not just remove a moldy olive or scrape off the affected spot; contamination may extend beyond what you can see.
Are Ayvalık dry-cured olives too salty to eat regularly?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives can contribute a substantial amount of sodium, so eating large portions regularly may not suit everyone. If you need to restrict sodium because of high blood pressure or kidney disease, ask your clinician or dietitian what portion fits your needs.
Ayvalık dry-cured olives Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.84mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
8µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
22mg · 1% DV
Ayvalık dry-cured olives Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ayvalık dry-cured olives
To burn the 80 calories in 10 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ayvalık dry-cured olives?
Ayvalık dry-cured olives are ripe olives cured without brine, traditionally packed with salt in baskets or similar containers. The method leaves them wrinkled, deeply savoury and distinctly salty, and is associated with Ayvalık on Turkey’s Aegean coast.
In Turkey, they commonly appear at breakfast with bread, cheese and fresh vegetables, or are served as part of a meze spread. Their concentrated flavour means a small portion can go a long way. They provide mostly monounsaturated fat and some fibre, but are high in sodium. Pair them with unsalted foods and fresh vegetables, or use a light hand with added salt when cooking with them.
How Nutritious Is Ayvalık dry-cured olives?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Ayvalık dry-cured olives Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Ayvalık dry-cured olives Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Ayvalık dry-cured olives Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ayvalık dry-cured olives Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.3:1).
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