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Salty appetizer with monounsaturated fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (small) of Chili pepper olive (20 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Vitamin E covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (small) · 20 g
29
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.41 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 311 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (small) | 20 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 4 g | 6 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 12 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 8 piece (medium) | 32 g | 46 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 35 g | 51 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 58 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
A chili pepper olive is an olive paired with chili pepper for a spicy, savory flavor. Depending on the product, the pepper may be mixed in, added as a seasoning, or used as a filling; the name does not necessarily mean the olive is stuffed.
Chili pepper olives usually have at least a mild kick, but the heat varies with the pepper and the recipe. If you are sensitive to spice, try one first and serve them with bread, cheese, or another mild food.
Serve chili pepper olives as part of an appetizer board with bread, cheese, and fresh vegetables, or offer them alongside drinks. Their salty, spicy flavor is strong, so a small dish is usually enough to complement milder foods.
Keep opened chili pepper olives covered in their brine in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Use a clean utensil when serving and follow the package’s storage directions for how long they keep; discard them if you notice mold or an unusual smell.
No. Chili pepper olives may be seasoned with chili or served with pieces of pepper, while jalapeño-stuffed olives specifically contain a jalapeño inside each olive. Check the product description if you want a particular pepper or a stuffed olive.
Chop chili pepper olives into pasta, salads, pizza, sandwiches, or grain bowls for a salty, spicy accent. Add a little at a time and taste before adding extra salt, since the olives can season the rest of the dish.
Yes, a quick rinse can remove some brine from the surface of chili pepper olives and soften their salty taste. It will not remove all the salt inside the olives, and it may also wash away some of their peppery flavor.
Yes, chili pepper olives work in cooked dishes, but adding them near the end helps preserve their texture and keeps their flavor from overpowering the recipe. They are also commonly served straight from the jar as a cold appetizer.
Chili pepper olives provide the unsaturated fats naturally found in olives, but they can also be high in sodium because they are brined. If you have been advised to limit sodium for a health condition, ask your healthcare professional what portion suits you.
Yes, chili pepper olives can garnish a martini if you enjoy a savory drink with a spicy note. Their brine can also be added sparingly, but taste as you go because it may make the cocktail saltier and hotter than expected.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.76mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
4µg · 0% DV
B3
0.05mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.28µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
311mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
10mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.1mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chili pepper olive is an olive seasoned with chilli, a simple Mediterranean-style appetiser. The olive variety and preparation affect the result: some versions have a gentle peppery warmth, while others bring a more noticeable heat. Its firm, fleshy bite and salty, slightly tangy flavour make it an easy addition to a shared table.
In Turkey, olives like these may appear at breakfast or be served as part of a meze spread; elsewhere, they pair naturally with bread, cheese and drinks. They are mostly a source of fat, including monounsaturated fats, rather than protein or carbohydrates. Since they can taste quite salty, serve a few alongside milder olives or fresh vegetables for a more balanced snack.
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.
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.
NOVA 3
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.41g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.