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Irregular, glossy green olives with lightly split, bruised skins are piled in a small serving dish, their pale interiors visible through the cracks.
●Low GI

Homemade cracked green olive Calories

Homemade, cracked, green olive

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

145kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

42mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.3g

Quick answer

5 piece (medium) of Homemade cracked green olive (25 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Homemade cracked green olive Nutrition Facts

Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 25 g

36

KCAL / 25G

Carbs

1g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

3.6g

· 5% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 3% · Fat 86%

Homemade cracked green olive nutrition facts table · 5 piece (medium) (25 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories36 kcal
Total fat3.6 g5%
Saturated fat0.57 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium388 mg17%
Total carbohydrate1 g0%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein0.3 g1%

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 5 Pieces of Homemade cracked green olive?

ServingAmountCalories
5 piece (medium)25 g36 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)12 g17 kcal
3 piece (small)15 g22 kcal
1 ounce (medium)28 g41 kcal
1 serving (medium)30 g44 kcal
10 piece (large)50 g73 kcal
100 g100 g145 kcal
1 cup (large)130 g189 kcal

Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade cracked green olive

What does “cracked” mean in homemade cracked green olives?

“Cracked” means the green olives have been split without crushing the pit. This opens the flesh so water or brine can reach it, helping reduce bitterness and giving the olives a different texture from whole-cured olives.

How do you make homemade cracked green olives?

Homemade cracked green olives are made by splitting firm green olives, soaking them in water to reduce bitterness, then curing them in brine. Keep the olives submerged throughout curing and use clean equipment to help prevent spoilage.

Why are homemade cracked green olives so bitter?

Homemade cracked green olives taste bitter because green olives naturally contain bitter compounds. Cracking and soaking them in regularly refreshed water reduces the bitterness; transfer them to brine when they taste pleasantly mild to you.

Can you eat homemade cracked green olives before curing?

No, homemade cracked green olives are usually too bitter to enjoy before curing. Soaking them and then keeping them in brine develops their characteristic salty, savory flavor and makes them more pleasant to eat.

How should you store homemade cracked green olives after opening?

Store homemade cracked green olives in the refrigerator after opening, fully covered by their brine in a clean, closed container. Take them out with a clean utensil and avoid leaving the jar at room temperature for extended periods.

How long do homemade cracked green olives last?

Homemade cracked green olives do not have one dependable shelf life because curing and storage conditions vary. Keep them submerged in brine in a cool place or the refrigerator, and discard them if they develop mold, an off smell, or a slimy texture.

Why is the brine for homemade cracked green olives cloudy?

Cloudy brine in homemade cracked green olives can result from fermentation or olive particles, so cloudiness alone does not prove spoilage. However, discard the olives if you also notice fuzzy mold, a foul smell, or a slimy texture.

How can you make homemade cracked green olives less salty?

Rinse homemade cracked green olives or soak the portion you plan to serve briefly in fresh water to reduce saltiness. Avoid soaking the whole batch for a long time, as that can weaken its flavor and texture.

How are homemade cracked green olives different from whole green olives?

Homemade cracked green olives are split before curing, while whole green olives are left intact. The split surface lets water and brine penetrate more readily, so cracked olives have a different curing process and often a more open, softer texture.

What can you serve with homemade cracked green olives?

Homemade cracked green olives pair well with bread, salads, cheese, and grilled vegetables. Their briny, tangy flavor can also brighten sandwiches or grain bowls; rinse them first if their saltiness would overpower the rest of the dish.

Homemade cracked green olive Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

0.43mg · 3% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Vitamin A

5µg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.15µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Sodium

388mg · 17% DV

Copper

0.03mg · 3% DV

Calcium

13mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.13mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

11mg · 0% DV

Homemade cracked green olive Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Homemade cracked green olive

To burn the 36 calories in 5 piece (medium) (25 g):

🚶

9min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

4min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

5min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Homemade cracked green olive?

Homemade cracked green olives are made from unripe olives that are split without removing the stones, then soaked to mellow their bitterness and cured in brine. This is a familiar home-preserving method around the Mediterranean, where the seasoning varies from kitchen to kitchen; lemon, garlic or herbs may be added.

The cracks let the brine penetrate, giving the olives a pronounced, salty-fruity taste and a meaty, slightly firm texture. In Mediterranean meals they appear at breakfast, as part of a mezze spread, or alongside salads and bread; they also work well in sandwiches. They provide mostly fat, along with some fibre, so a modest portion adds plenty of olive flavour. If they taste too salty, briefly rinse and drain them before serving.

How Nutritious Is Homemade cracked green olive?

Nutrient density

Medium

45/ 100

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

44/ 100

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 Homemade cracked green olive 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 Homemade cracked green olive Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Homemade cracked green olive Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Homemade cracked green olive Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.57g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.58g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.33g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.