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Plump, oval green olives with shallow cuts along their skins, glossy with oil and marked by scattered dark-brown grill spots, are arranged on a plate.
●Low GI

Grilled Scratched Green Olive Calories

Grilled, scratched green olives; salty, aromatic, source of fiber and healthy fats

In season: Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

160kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

42mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.3g

Quick answer

10 piece (medium) of Grilled Scratched Green Olive (35 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Vitamin E covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Grilled Scratched Green Olive Nutrition Facts

Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 35 g

56

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

1.2g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.4g

· 1% DV

Fat

5.3g

· 7% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 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%

Grilled Scratched Green Olive nutrition facts table · 10 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories56 kcal
Total fat5.3 g7%
Saturated fat0.88 g4%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium543 mg24%
Total carbohydrate1.2 g0%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Protein0.4 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 10 Pieces of Grilled Scratched Green Olive?

ServingAmountCalories
10 piece (medium)35 g56 kcal
1 tablespoon (chopped)8 g13 kcal
5 piece (small)18 g29 kcal
1 ounce (whole)28 g45 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g80 kcal
20 piece (large)70 g112 kcal
100 g100 g160 kcal
1 cup (whole)130 g208 kcal

Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Grilled Scratched Green Olive

What are grilled scratched green olives?

Grilled scratched green olives are green olives with cuts in their skins, typically brined and given a grilled flavor. The cuts help seasoning reach the flesh; the exact grilling and seasoning method varies by producer.

How are grilled scratched green olives made?

Grilled scratched green olives are made by scoring green olives, curing them in brine, and then grilling or otherwise adding a grilled flavor. Herbs, garlic, or oil may be used, so ingredients and methods differ between products.

How do you serve grilled scratched green olives?

Serve grilled scratched green olives as an appetizer, alongside cheese and bread, or on a mezze platter. Their smoky, savory flavor also works in salads and sandwiches; pair them with milder ingredients if they taste salty.

What is the difference between grilled scratched green olives and cracked green olives?

Grilled scratched green olives have cuts in the skin and a grilled flavor, while cracked green olives are bruised or split open before curing. The preparation affects their texture and how the brine and seasonings reach the flesh.

Why are grilled scratched green olives so salty?

Grilled scratched green olives are often cured in brine, which preserves them and helps reduce their natural bitterness, so they can taste salty. If needed, briefly rinse and drain them before serving; soaking longer may dull their flavor.

How should you store grilled scratched green olives after opening?

Keep grilled scratched green olives refrigerated in a clean, sealed container and covered with their brine after opening. Use clean utensils when serving and follow the package’s storage instructions to maintain their quality.

Do grilled scratched green olives have pits?

Grilled scratched green olives may be sold with or without pits; scoring the skin does not mean the pit has been removed. Check the product or cut an olive open before serving them to anyone who needs pitted olives.

Should you rinse grilled scratched green olives before eating them?

No, grilled scratched green olives do not need rinsing unless the brine tastes too salty. A quick rinse and drain can reduce surface salt, but extended soaking can wash away some of their grilled and seasoned flavor.

Can you grill scratched green olives at home?

Yes, you can grill scratched green olives at home: make shallow cuts, cure them in brine, drain them, and briefly grill until they develop a little color. Watch them closely so they do not burn or dry out.

Can you use grilled scratched green olives in a salad?

Yes, grilled scratched green olives work well in salads. Remove the pits if necessary, then slice or halve the olives and add them to greens, tomatoes, or grains. Taste before adding salt, since the olives may already be salty.

Grilled Scratched Green Olive Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.33mg · 9% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Vitamin A

7µg · 1% DV

B6

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Sodium

543mg · 24% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Calcium

18mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.18mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

15mg · 0% DV

Grilled Scratched Green Olive Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.4
Low

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

How to Burn Off Grilled Scratched Green Olive

To burn the 56 calories in 10 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

14min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

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

What is Grilled Scratched Green Olive?

Grilled scratched green olives are green olives slit through the skin and briefly grilled, often after curing in brine. The slits let the seasoning penetrate, while grilling brings out a deeper, lightly smoky aroma and keeps the olive’s firm, juicy bite. They fit naturally into Mediterranean-style meals, where olives are commonly served with bread, cheese, salads or other small dishes.

They offer mostly fat and some fibre, rather than much protein. Serve a few as part of an appetiser spread or alongside grilled vegetables and fish; their salty, aromatic flavour can go a long way. If they taste especially briny, drain them before serving and balance the plate with fresh vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Grilled Scratched 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

42/ 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 Grilled Scratched 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 Grilled Scratched 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 Grilled Scratched Green Olive 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

Grilled Scratched Green Olive Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.88g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.68g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.49g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.