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Green olive oil sauce Calories
Olive oil-based green herb sauce
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Green olive oil sauce (15 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 12.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Green olive oil sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
54
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 1% · Fat 92%
Green olive oil sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Green olive oil sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 90 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 108 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 180 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 432 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Green olive oil sauce
What is green olive oil sauce made of?
Green olive oil sauce is an herb-forward sauce made by combining olive oil with finely chopped or blended green herbs. Parsley, basil, garlic, and lemon are common additions, but there is no single fixed recipe.
How do you make green olive oil sauce?
To make green olive oil sauce, blend or finely chop fresh herbs with olive oil, then season with garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Add the oil gradually until the sauce reaches the consistency you want.
What foods go well with green olive oil sauce?
Green olive oil sauce pairs well with grilled vegetables, fish, chicken, roasted potatoes, and crusty bread. Spoon it over the food just before serving so the fresh herb flavor stays bright.
Does green olive oil sauce contain green olives?
Not necessarily. The green color in green olive oil sauce usually comes from fresh herbs such as parsley or basil; green olives are an optional ingredient, not a defining part of the sauce.
How should you store green olive oil sauce, and how long does it keep?
Keep green olive oil sauce in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator rather than at room temperature. Fresh-herb sauces lose aroma quickly, so use the sauce within a few days for the best flavor.
Can you freeze green olive oil sauce?
Yes, green olive oil sauce can be frozen, although its fresh herbs may look darker and feel softer after thawing. Freeze it in small portions, thaw only what you need in the refrigerator, and stir before serving.
Why does green olive oil sauce taste bitter?
Green olive oil sauce can taste bitter if the oil is naturally peppery, the herbs are strongly flavored, or the mixture is blended for too long. Use a milder oil, pulse the herbs briefly, and balance the flavor with lemon.
Why does green olive oil sauce separate?
Green olive oil sauce separates because oil and the watery juices from herbs or lemon do not stay mixed on their own. Shake it in a sealed jar or whisk it again just before serving; separation does not automatically mean it has spoiled.
Can you cook with green olive oil sauce?
Yes, but green olive oil sauce is usually best added near the end of cooking or after the food comes off the heat. Prolonged high heat can dull the fresh herb aroma and darken the sauce.
How is green olive oil sauce different from chimichurri?
Green olive oil sauce is a broad name for an olive-oil-and-herb sauce, while chimichurri is a particular South American condiment, commonly made with parsley, garlic, vinegar, and oil. A green olive oil sauce may use different herbs and seasonings.
Green olive oil sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
12.75µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
0.83mg · 6% DV
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
6.75µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.17mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
26mg · 1% DV
Green olive oil sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Green olive oil sauce
To burn the 54 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Green olive oil sauce?
Green olive oil sauce combines olive oil with chopped green herbs; recipes may also include garlic, lemon juice or vinegar. It has no single fixed recipe, with the choice of herbs varying by cook and season, and fits the broader Mediterranean tradition of herb-and-oil sauces.
Spoon it over grilled fish or vegetables, serve it alongside roasted meats, or use a little to dress a salad or dip bread. Its character is rich and herbaceous, and it is high in fat because olive oil makes up most of the sauce. A small spoonful adds plenty of flavour; lemon can brighten it without needing to use more.
How Nutritious Is Green olive oil sauce?
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
Low
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 Green olive oil sauce 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 Green olive oil sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Green olive oil sauce 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
Green olive oil sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.97g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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