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Lemon-marinated olives Calories
Salty, oily olives marinated with lemon
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (small) of Lemon-marinated olives (30 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Lemon-marinated olives Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 30 g
50
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 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 12% · Protein 3% · Fat 85%
Lemon-marinated olives nutrition facts table · 1 serving (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.66 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 435 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.4 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 1 Small Serving of Lemon-marinated olives?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 50 kcal |
| 6 piece (small) | 18 g | 30 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 30 g | 50 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 35 g | 59 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 45 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 84 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 70 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 134 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon-marinated olives
What are lemon-marinated olives?
Lemon-marinated olives are olives flavored with lemon, often served as a snack, appetizer, or part of a mezze spread. Recipes may use lemon juice, slices, or peel, alongside olive oil and herbs.
What do lemon-marinated olives taste like?
Lemon-marinated olives taste briny and savory, with a bright citrus aroma. The lemon lifts the olives’ richness, while the exact balance depends on the variety of olive and whether the marinade uses juice, peel, or both.
How do you make lemon-marinated olives at home?
To make lemon-marinated olives, toss pitted or whole olives with lemon zest or thin slices, olive oil, and herbs such as oregano. Keep the mixture covered in the refrigerator while the flavors mingle.
Which olives are best for lemon-marinated olives?
Firm green olives are a popular choice for lemon-marinated olives because their briny flavor stands up to citrus. You can also use black olives; choose olives that are not already so strongly seasoned that the lemon gets lost.
Can you eat the lemon peel in lemon-marinated olives?
Yes, lemon peel in lemon-marinated olives is edible if it is clean and the recipe leaves it in the dish. Its aromatic outer zest adds more citrus flavor than the white pith, which can taste bitter.
Do lemon-marinated olives work in salads?
Yes, lemon-marinated olives add a salty, citrusy bite to green, grain, and tomato salads. Chop them and use some of their marinade as part of the dressing, tasting before adding extra salt.
Can you cook with lemon-marinated olives?
Yes, lemon-marinated olives can go into braises, pasta, and baked fish or chicken. Add them near the end of cooking when possible, so the lemon stays fragrant and the olives do not become overly soft.
How should you store lemon-marinated olives after opening?
Store opened lemon-marinated olives in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator. Keep them covered with their brine or marinade and use a clean utensil each time; homemade versions should stay refrigerated too.
Are lemon-marinated olives healthy?
Lemon-marinated olives provide the same kind of unsaturated fat and fiber found in olives, but their brine can make them salty. If you need to limit sodium, keep the serving modest or rinse some of the brine off.
Are lemon-marinated olives the same as olives stuffed with lemon?
No, lemon-marinated olives are flavored by sitting with lemon or in a lemon-seasoned marinade. Olives stuffed with lemon have a piece of lemon inserted into each olive, and may not have a lemon-flavored marinade.
Lemon-marinated olives Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
0.84mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
6µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
435mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.15mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
Lemon-marinated olives Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lemon-marinated olives
To burn the 50 calories in 1 serving (small) (30 g):
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What is Lemon-marinated olives?
Lemon-marinated olives are table olives seasoned with lemon, whether through slices, zest or juice. The combination is familiar across Mediterranean cooking: the olives bring a savoury, pleasantly bitter depth, while lemon adds a fresh, tangy note.
They’re commonly served as part of a mezze or antipasti spread, alongside bread, cheese and other small plates, and work well tossed into salads or served with grilled vegetables. They contain oil and fibre, and their bold flavour means a modest portion can go a long way; 100 g provides 16.1 g of fat. If you’re watching salt, pair them with unsalted foods rather than adding them to an already salty meal.
How Nutritious Is Lemon-marinated olives?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Lemon-marinated 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 Lemon-marinated olives Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Lemon-marinated 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
Lemon-marinated olives Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 41:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (41:1).
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