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Low-fat olive bread Calories
Bread made with olives and reduced fat; most calories and carbohydrates come from flour.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Low-fat olive bread (35 g) has 85 calories. That works out to 243 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.1 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 7 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Low-fat olive bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 35 g
85
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
16.1g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% 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 76% · Protein 13% · Fat 11%
Low-fat olive bread nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 85 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.19 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 Slice of Low-fat olive bread?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 35 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 70 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 243 kcal |
Calculated from 243 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Low-fat olive bread
What is low-fat olive bread?
Low-fat olive bread is bread made with chopped olives and less added fat than a richer olive loaf. Its flavor comes largely from the olives, while flour supplies most of its structure and bulk.
How do you make low-fat olive bread at home?
Make low-fat olive bread by mixing flour, water, yeast, salt, and chopped olives into a dough, then letting it rise before baking. Add the olives after the dough has started to come together so they stay intact and distribute evenly.
Which olives are best for low-fat olive bread?
Both black and green olives work in low-fat olive bread. Black olives usually give a milder, rounder flavor, while green olives taste sharper and can be saltier; pit and drain them well before adding them to the dough.
What should you serve with low-fat olive bread?
Serve low-fat olive bread with soup, a salad, cheese, or a simple egg dish. Its savory olive flavor also makes it suitable for sandwiches, though strongly salted fillings can make the whole meal taste overly salty.
How should you store low-fat olive bread?
Store low-fat olive bread once it has cooled, in a bread box or sealed bag at room temperature. Keep it away from damp conditions, which encourage mold; discard the whole loaf if you spot any mold.
Can you freeze low-fat olive bread?
Yes, low-fat olive bread freezes well. Slice the cooled loaf, wrap the slices airtight, and freeze them; thaw only what you need at room temperature or toast slices straight from frozen.
Is low-fat olive bread different from regular olive bread?
Yes. Low-fat olive bread is made with less added fat, while retaining the olives and flour-based structure. It may taste less rich or feel less tender than a traditional olive loaf, depending on the recipe.
Why does low-fat olive bread dough fail to rise?
Low-fat olive bread dough may not rise if the yeast is inactive, the room is cold, or the dough has not had enough time. Check that the yeast foams in warm water and let the dough rise somewhere comfortably warm.
Why is my low-fat olive bread dense?
Low-fat olive bread can turn dense when the dough is under-proofed, over-floured, or weighed down by wet or excessive olives. Drain the olives, measure flour carefully, and give the shaped loaf time to rise before baking.
Can you toast low-fat olive bread?
Yes, low-fat olive bread is good toasted. Toasting crisps the edges and brings out the savory olive flavor; use a moderate setting because olive pieces near the surface can brown faster than the bread around them.
Low-fat olive bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.22mg · 8% DV
Folate
24.5µg · 6% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
Low-fat olive bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Low-fat olive bread
To burn the 85 calories in 1 slice (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Low-fat olive bread?
Low-fat olive bread is a loaf made with olives folded into the dough, with less added fat than richer olive breads. Olive-studded breads are familiar in Mediterranean baking, though recipes and shapes vary from place to place. The crumb is usually soft and airy, with a lightly crisp crust; the olives bring savory, briny pockets of flavor.
Serve it sliced at breakfast or lunch, alongside soup, salad, cheese or a simple spread. It also works well toasted. Most of its energy and carbohydrates come from the flour, while the olives add flavor and some fiber. For a lighter meal, pair a slice with fresh vegetables or a bowl of soup rather than piling on rich toppings.
How Nutritious Is Low-fat olive bread?
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 Low-fat olive bread 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 Low-fat olive bread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Low-fat olive bread Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Low-fat olive bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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