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Grilled, Mediterranean, olive snack
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
10 piece (medium) of Grilled olives (35 g) has 51 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 542.5 mg of Sodium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Grilled olives are whole green or black olives heated until their skins wrinkle and pick up lightly charred marks. The method suits Mediterranean-style cooking, bringing out the olives’ briny, fruity flavour with a subtle smoky edge; they stay tender inside and may be a little crisp around the edges.
Serve them warm as a snack or part of a mezze spread, with bread, cheese or vegetables, or add a few to salads. They’re naturally rich in fat, so a small portion can bring plenty of flavour to a plate. If you’re watching how much oil you use, grill them with just a light coating and finish with lemon or herbs instead.
Selected: 100 g
145
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 3% · Fat 87%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
3.8mg · 25% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Vitamin A
20µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1550mg · 67% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Calcium
52mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 145 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.9:1).
Yes, olives can be grilled, and the heat wrinkles their skins and adds a lightly smoky flavor. Drain and dry them first, then cook briefly in a grill basket or on a perforated tray so they do not fall through the grates.
To make grilled olives, toss drained olives with a little olive oil and grill them over high heat until blistered in spots. Turn them often and remove them before they become too soft; finish with lemon zest or herbs if you like.
Firm, meaty olives work best for grilled olives because they hold their shape over high heat. You can use green or black olives, with pits or without; mixing varieties gives a more varied flavor and appearance.
No, you do not need to pit olives before grilling them. Pitted olives are easier to eat, but they can fall through a grill grate, so cook them in a grill basket or on a tray. Warn guests if you serve them with pits.
Yes, grilled olives can be made in a hot skillet when an outdoor grill is unavailable. Use a heavy or nonstick pan, spread the olives in one layer, and turn them frequently until blistered. Crowding the pan makes them steam instead.
Grilled olives are often salty because they were cured or packed in brine, not because they were grilled. Drain and taste them before cooking; if they are too salty, briefly soak them in water and dry them thoroughly before grilling.
Grilled olives can be served warm or at room temperature. Their smoky, blistered flavor works well as an appetizer either way; if they have been refrigerated, let them lose their chill briefly or warm them gently in a pan.
Grilled olives pair well with crusty bread, cheese, hummus, and grilled vegetables. They also make a savory side for grilled fish or chicken. Since olives can be quite salty, balance them with milder foods rather than heavily salted sides.
Store leftover grilled olives in a covered container in the refrigerator, and return them promptly after serving. Use a clean utensil when taking some out. Discard them if you notice mold, an unpleasant smell, or an unusual texture.
Yes, reheat grilled olives briefly in a skillet over low to medium heat, turning them as they warm. Avoid prolonged heating, which can make them mushy and dull the blistered texture. They are also good served cold or at room temperature.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.