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Monounsaturated-fat-rich, low-carb grilled olive appetizer
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (small) of Oily grilled green olives (30 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Vitamin E covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 30 g
56
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% 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 10% · Protein 3% · Fat 87%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 56 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 354 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 56 kcal |
| 6 piece (small) | 18 g | 33 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 30 g | 56 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 35 g | 65 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 45 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 70 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
To make oily grilled green olives, drain and pat the olives dry, then turn them in a hot grill pan until lightly marked. Add olive oil, herbs, or lemon after grilling so the oil does not scorch.
Yes, oily grilled green olives can be eaten cold or at room temperature. They work well as a ready-to-serve appetizer; keep them refrigerated until serving and avoid leaving them out for an extended period.
Oily grilled green olives pair well with crusty bread, soft cheese, roasted vegetables, and other antipasti-style snacks. Their briny, smoky flavor also works as a topping for salads or grain bowls.
No, you do not need to pit oily grilled green olives before grilling. Leaving the pits in helps whole olives hold their shape; remove the pits as you eat, and avoid biting down on them.
Dry oily grilled green olives well and preheat a clean grill pan before adding them. Turn them gently once they develop grill marks; excess moisture and moving them too early can make them stick.
Firm green olives are a good choice for grilling because they tend to hold their shape and have a pleasantly briny flavor. Ripe black olives can be softer, so they may break apart or dry out more quickly.
Yes, oily grilled green olives can be marinated after grilling with olive oil, garlic, citrus zest, or herbs. Let them cool before adding fresh ingredients, and refrigerate the mixture in a clean, covered container.
Grilling can soften the sharp, briny flavor of oily grilled green olives and add a smoky note, but it does not reliably remove bitterness. Rinsing them briefly before grilling can reduce some surface brine.
Store leftover oily grilled green olives in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator, keeping them immersed in their oil or brine. Use a clean utensil when serving, and discard them if they develop mold or an off smell.
Yes, oily grilled green olives make a flavorful addition to pizza and pasta. Add them near the end of cooking or after baking so they retain their texture and their smoky, salty flavor stays distinct.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.93mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
6µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
354mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.17mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 56 calories in 1 serving (small) (30 g):
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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.
Oily grilled green olives are green olives warmed over a grill with oil, making a simple Mediterranean-style snack or meze. Grilling brings out a gently smoky, savoury flavour while the olives remain pleasantly briny; their surface may soften and pick up a little char.
Serve them as part of an antipasto or mezze spread, alongside bread, fresh vegetables, or cheese, or set out a small dish with drinks. They are rich in fat—mostly monounsaturated—and low in carbohydrates, so a modest portion works well when you want a flavourful, low-carb bite. Because they are already oily and savoury, pair them with crisp vegetables and keep any extra oil light.
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.
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 44:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (44:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.