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Very low-calorie fermented pickle brine, very high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mixed pickle juice (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 11% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2880 mg | 125% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 6 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 7 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 18 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Mixed pickle juice is the salty, tangy liquid surrounding assorted pickled vegetables, such as cucumbers, carrots, and peppers. It may come from a vinegar-based pickle or from naturally fermented vegetables, so its taste and live-culture content can differ.
Mixed pickle juice may ease some muscle cramps briefly, but it is not a proven treatment and the reason for any effect is unclear. Its saltiness also means it should not replace water during exercise or recovery.
Yes, you can use leftover mixed pickle juice for a quick refrigerator pickle, but the new vegetables may not keep as long or taste the same. Do not reuse it for shelf-stable canning or rely on it to safely ferment another batch.
Mixed pickle juice may contain live microbes when it comes from naturally fermented, unpasteurized vegetables. Vinegar pickles and heat-treated products may not contain live cultures, so the juice is not automatically a probiotic drink.
To make mixed pickle juice, cover assorted vegetables with a prepared brine and either ferment them or use a vinegar-pickling method. Use a clean container and a tested recipe; the correct salt and acidity depend on the method.
Cloudiness or sediment can be normal in naturally fermented mixed pickle juice. Discard it if you see fuzzy mold, notice a rotten smell, or find the vegetables slimy; do not taste it to decide whether it is safe.
Keep opened mixed pickle juice refrigerated and use a clean utensil whenever you take some out. Its usable life varies with the recipe and handling, so follow the product’s storage directions and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, refrigerate mixed pickle juice after opening, and keep homemade batches cold once fermentation or pickling is complete. Leaving it warm can affect quality and safety; use a clean, closed container rather than returning used juice to the jar.
Yes, mixed pickle juice works in salad dressings, potato salad, marinades, and sauces that benefit from a sharp, salty flavor. Add it gradually and reduce other salt in the recipe, since the brine can quickly make a dish too salty.
No, mixed pickle juice is not a proven hangover remedy. Its salty, acidic taste may appeal to some people, but it cannot speed alcohol clearance and may increase thirst; water and time are more useful for rehydration.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
2880mg · 125% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Calcium
43mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 29 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Mixed pickle juice is the tangy, salty brine left from preserving a variety of vegetables, such as cucumbers, cabbage and peppers. It is often made through fermentation, though some recipes also use vinegar. The flavour is sharp and savoury, with notes from the vegetables and spices in the jar.
In many places it is sipped chilled in a small glass, served alongside a meal, or used in dressings and marinades; some people also add it to cocktails. It is very low in calories but very high in sodium, so it is best treated as a strongly flavoured accompaniment rather than an everyday thirst-quencher. Try a little at a time, or dilute it with water if you prefer a milder taste.
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.
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 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.
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
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.