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Oil-brined olives Calories
Contains monounsaturated fat but is high in sodium.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
10 piece (medium) of Oil-brined olives (35 g) has 59 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Iron covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Oil-brined olives Nutrition Facts
Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 35 g
59
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% 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%
Oil-brined olives nutrition facts table · 10 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 59 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.79 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 438 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.1 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 10 Pieces of Oil-brined olives?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 10 piece (medium) | 35 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 26 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 18 g | 31 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 51 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 35 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 85 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 53 g | 90 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 70 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oil-brined olives
What are oil-brined olives?
Oil-brined olives are olives cured in a salty brine and stored or served with oil. The brine helps cure the fruit and reduce its natural bitterness, while the oil coats the olives and adds richness.
Are oil-brined olives the same as oil-cured olives?
No. Oil-brined olives are cured in a saltwater brine, with oil added for storage or serving. Oil-cured olives are treated primarily with dry salt and then oil, so they tend to be more wrinkled and concentrated in flavor.
How should you store oil-brined olives after opening?
Keep oil-brined olives refrigerated after opening in a clean, tightly sealed container. Make sure the olives remain covered by their brine and oil, and use a clean utensil each time to reduce contamination.
Should you rinse oil-brined olives before eating them?
No, rinsing oil-brined olives is not necessary. If the briny taste is too strong, briefly rinse them or soak them in fresh water, then drain well; a long soak can wash away some of their flavor.
Why are oil-brined olives covered in oil?
Oil is added to coat oil-brined olives, contribute richness, and complement their briny flavor. The oil in the jar can also be used in dressings or cooking, provided it smells and looks fresh.
Can you cook with oil-brined olives?
Yes, oil-brined olives work well in cooked dishes. Remove the pits and add them to pasta, sauces, roasted vegetables, or stews; taste before adding extra salt because the olives can season the dish on their own.
Why has the oil in my oil-brined olives turned cloudy?
Cloudy oil in oil-brined olives is often harmless: olive oil can turn cloudy or solidify when chilled, then clear again as it warms. Discard the olives if you notice mold, an unpleasant smell, or other signs of spoilage.
Do oil-brined olives have pits?
They may be sold either pitted or with the pits intact, so check the product or look before serving. Pitted oil-brined olives are convenient for salads and cooking, while whole olives are easy to serve as a snack.
How do you make oil-brined olives less salty?
To make oil-brined olives less salty, briefly rinse them or soak them in fresh water, then drain. Replace the water if you soak them longer, but avoid leaving them submerged for too long because they can lose their characteristic briny taste.
What goes well with oil-brined olives?
Oil-brined olives pair well with bread, cheeses, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, and Mediterranean-style salads. Their salty, savory flavor also works in sandwiches and pasta; taste the rest of the dish before seasoning it with extra salt.
Oil-brined olives Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.74mg · 5% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
7µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
438mg · 19% DV
Iron
1.05mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Calcium
31mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
15mg · 0% DV
Oil-brined olives Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Oil-brined olives
To burn the 59 calories in 10 piece (medium) (35 g):
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What is Oil-brined olives?
Oil-brined olives are olives matured in a salty brine and kept with oil, a style of preserving olives found across Mediterranean food traditions. Their colour and flavour vary with the olive variety and how ripe it was when picked.
They taste savoury and fruity, sometimes with a pleasantly bitter edge, and have a tender, yielding texture. Serve them as part of a Mediterranean-style breakfast or snack, alongside bread and cheese, or add them to salads, grain dishes and antipasti. They are rich in fat, including monounsaturated fat, and contain little carbohydrate, but can be high in sodium. If you are watching your salt intake, rinse a small portion before serving and use it to add flavour rather than as the main part of a meal.
How Nutritious Is Oil-brined olives?
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 Oil-brined 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 Oil-brined olives Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Oil-brined olives Good For?
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
Oil-brined olives Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.7:1).
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