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Traditionally crushed, brined green olives; specialty of Hatay region, salty and aromatic
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Hatay crushed 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.
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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.53 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 388 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| 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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 25 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 5 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 12 g | 17 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Hatay crushed green olive is a regional Turkish olive made by cracking green olives and curing them in brine. The cracks let the brine penetrate the flesh and help reduce bitterness; seasonings and serving styles can vary between producers and households.
Hatay crushed green olives are cracked so brine can reach the flesh more easily. This helps draw out bitterness and gives the olives a more pronounced brined flavor than whole green olives; it also makes their texture softer and more delicate.
Hatay crushed green olives taste briny, aromatic, and pleasantly sharp, with some bitterness if they are not fully cured. Cracking exposes more of the olive to the brine, so their flavor tends to be more immediate than that of whole cured olives.
Hatay crushed green olives are usually served as a table olive, especially alongside bread, salads, and mezze. Drain them and dress with olive oil, lemon, garlic, or herbs if you like; their salty, aromatic flavor also works in cooked vegetable dishes.
To make Hatay crushed green olives less salty, soak a portion briefly in fresh drinking water and drain it before serving. Change the water for a milder taste, but avoid soaking for too long because that can wash away some of the olive’s aroma.
Keep Hatay crushed green olives refrigerated in a clean, covered container after opening. Store them under their brine to limit drying and air exposure, and use a clean utensil when serving so food residue does not contaminate the container.
Hatay crushed green olives are cured in brine, and traditional brining may involve fermentation. The exact process varies: some olives are fermented naturally, while others are cured using different methods, so the name alone does not establish how a particular batch was made.
Yes, Hatay crushed green olives can be used in cooking, including salads, sauces, and vegetable dishes. Their briny flavor can season a dish, so taste before adding extra salt; add them late in cooking if you want them to keep their shape.
Yes, Hatay crushed green olives can be frozen, but freezing may soften their texture when thawed. They are generally better kept refrigerated in brine and eaten as table olives; if you freeze them, drain and portion them for easier use.
Hatay crushed green olives can taste quite salty because they are preserved in brine. If you are limiting sodium, rinse or briefly soak the portion you plan to eat, and take care with added salt in the rest of the meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.43mg · 3% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
5µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
388mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
13mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.13mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Hatay crushed green olive is made by cracking unripe green olives, usually without removing the pits, then curing them in brine. It is a regional specialty from Hatay in southern Turkey, where the cure gives the olives their salty, aromatic flavour and leaves them pleasantly firm.
They are commonly served at Turkish breakfast, alongside bread and cheese, or as part of a meze spread; chopped olives also add a savoury bite to salads. Like other olives, they are mostly a source of fat, with some fibre. If you prefer a milder taste or want to reduce the saltiness, rinse a serving briefly before eating and pair it with fresh vegetables or unsalted bread.
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 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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.53g
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.