Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Smoked green olives Calories
Salty, rich in monounsaturated fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
8 piece (medium) of Smoked green olives (30 g) has 44 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Vitamin E covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Smoked green olives Nutrition Facts
Selected: 8 piece (medium) · 30 g
44
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 3% · Fat 88%
Smoked green olives nutrition facts table · 8 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.61 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 465 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.3 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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 8 Pieces of Smoked green olives?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 8 piece (medium) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 4 piece (small) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 36 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 34 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 58 kcal |
| 12 piece (large) | 45 g | 65 kcal |
| 16 piece (extra large) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 68 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Smoked green olives
What do smoked green olives taste like?
Smoked green olives taste salty and savory, with the olive’s briny, slightly bitter notes and an added smoky aroma. The smoke intensity varies by producer, so some taste gently smoky while others have a more pronounced wood-smoke flavor.
How are smoked green olives made?
Smoked green olives are typically cured first to develop their flavor and reduce bitterness, then exposed to smoke. Producers may use different curing methods, woods, and smoking times, so the finished olives can vary in saltiness and smokiness.
What should you serve with smoked green olives?
Serve smoked green olives with cheese, crusty bread, roasted vegetables, or cured meats for a savory snack or appetizer. Their bold, salty flavor also works well alongside milder foods that balance rather than compete with the smoke.
Can you cook with smoked green olives?
Yes, smoked green olives can add a briny, smoky note to pasta, salads, sandwiches, and grain dishes. Add them sparingly, especially to warm dishes, and taste before adding salt because the olives can season the rest of the food.
Do smoked green olives contain pits?
Some smoked green olives are sold with pits and others are pitted; smoking does not determine whether the pit is removed. Check the product description, or cut an olive open before serving it to guests who may expect pitted olives.
How should you store smoked green olives after opening?
Store opened smoked green olives in a covered container in the refrigerator. If they came in brine, keep them submerged; if they are packed dry or in oil, follow the package directions and use clean utensils when serving.
How do smoked green olives differ from regular green olives?
Smoked green olives have an added smoky aroma that regular green olives do not. Both retain the characteristic briny olive flavor, but curing methods and smoke intensity can change the texture, saltiness, and overall taste.
Can you make smoked green olives at home?
Yes, you can smoke cured green olives at home using a food-safe smoker and a method intended for ready-to-eat foods. Keep the smoke exposure controlled, since too much can overwhelm the olives’ flavor; homemade results may differ from commercial products.
Should you rinse smoked green olives before eating them?
No, smoked green olives do not need rinsing before you eat them. If they taste too salty, briefly rinse or soak them and drain well; prolonged soaking can wash away some of their smoky flavor.
Are smoked green olives healthy?
Smoked green olives provide mostly monounsaturated fat, but they can also be high in salt. They can fit into meals as a flavorful ingredient; keep the portion modest if you are watching your sodium intake.
Smoked green olives Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.14mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
6µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
465mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.15mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
Smoked green olives Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Smoked green olives
To burn the 44 calories in 8 piece (medium) (30 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Smoked green olives?
Smoked green olives are green olives, picked before they fully ripen, then cured and given a smoky aroma. Their briny, slightly bitter fruitiness is joined by a wood-smoke note, while the firm, fleshy bite makes them easy to serve whole or sliced. They are at home on Mediterranean-style tables, though the smoky flavour also works well in contemporary snacks and appetisers.
Serve them alongside cheese, bread and fresh vegetables, or chop a few into salads, pasta or sandwiches. They are salty and rich in monounsaturated fats, so a modest portion can bring plenty of flavour. If you prefer a gentler taste, rinse them briefly and drain before serving; pair them with unsalted ingredients to keep the overall dish balanced.
How Nutritious Is Smoked green 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 Smoked green olives Processed?
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.
Does Smoked green olives Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Smoked green olives Good For?
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
Smoked green olives Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.39g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.7:1).
Compare Smoked green olives
Foods Similar to Smoked green olives
Have another question about Smoked green olives?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.