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Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Calories
Spiced pickled cucumbers, low calorie, probiotic content, salty and tangy flavor
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) (60 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 27 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 10.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
16
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 8% · Fat 6%
Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 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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How Many Calories in 3 Pieces of Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 14 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 27 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 32 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 54 kcal |
Calculated from 27 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers)
What does Kühne Gewürzgurken mean, and what are Kühne Gewürzgurken?
Kühne Gewürzgurken are German-style spiced pickled cucumbers, usually small gherkins preserved in a tangy, seasoned brine. “Gewürzgurken” means spiced cucumbers; the product is ready to eat straight from the jar.
Are Kühne Gewürzgurken the same as cornichons?
No. Kühne Gewürzgurken are typically larger and have a more pronounced sweet-and-sour spice profile, while cornichons are usually smaller, sharper, and more tart. Both are pickled cucumbers, but they are not identical in taste or texture.
What ingredients are in Kühne Gewürzgurken?
Kühne Gewürzgurken are generally made with cucumbers, vinegar, water, salt, sugar, and spices. The exact seasoning blend can vary by product version, so use the jar’s ingredient list if you need to check a particular ingredient.
Are Kühne Gewürzgurken fermented or vinegar-pickled?
Kühne Gewürzgurken are vinegar-pickled rather than traditional naturally fermented cucumbers. Vinegar gives them their tang, and you should not assume they contain live probiotic cultures simply because they are pickles.
What do you eat Kühne Gewürzgurken with?
Kühne Gewürzgurken pair well with German-style cold cuts, sandwiches, sausages, and cheese boards. Their sweet-and-sour, spiced flavor also works as a crunchy contrast in burgers or chopped into potato salad.
Can Kühne Gewürzgurken replace dill pickles in a recipe?
Yes, Kühne Gewürzgurken can replace dill pickles in sandwiches, burgers, and potato salad. Their sweeter, more aromatic seasoning will change the finished dish, so reduce other sweet or strongly spiced ingredients if needed.
How should you store Kühne Gewürzgurken after opening?
Keep Kühne Gewürzgurken refrigerated after opening, tightly closed and covered by their brine. Use a clean utensil to remove them, and follow the storage directions on the jar rather than leaving the opened product at room temperature.
Can you reuse the brine from Kühne Gewürzgurken?
Yes, you can use Kühne Gewürzgurken brine to season a dressing or marinade. Do not rely on used brine to safely preserve a new batch of vegetables; it has already been used and its acidity may not be suitable for that.
Can Kühne Gewürzgurken be cooked?
Yes, Kühne Gewürzgurken can be added to cooked dishes, but heating softens their crunchy texture and brings out their sharp, vinegary taste. Add them near the end of cooking when you want them to retain more bite.
Why do Kühne Gewürzgurken taste sweet as well as sour?
Kühne Gewürzgurken taste sweet and sour because their vinegar brine is balanced with sugar and aromatic spices. That combination is characteristic of many German-style spiced gherkins and makes their flavor different from a plain dill pickle.
Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
10.2µg · 9% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Vitamin C
1.5mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
14mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers)
To burn the 16 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers)?
Kühne Gewürzgurken are German-style pickled cucumbers: small cucumbers preserved in a tangy brine with spices. This Kühne jarred product has a sharp, salty-sour flavour, with the seasoning adding a little aromatic warmth.
Serve them alongside sandwiches, cold cuts or a simple lunch, or chop them into potato salad and other savoury dishes. Their firm, crisp bite cuts through richer foods and works well on a snack board, too. They are low in calories, at 27 per 100 g, but the brine makes them distinctly salty. Pair a few with fresh vegetables or a less salty meal if you want a lighter balance.
How Nutritious Is Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers)?
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 Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) 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 Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Kühne Gewürzgurken (spiced pickled cucumbers) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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