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Olive paste sauce Calories
Olive paste sauce is a Mediterranean condiment rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Olive paste sauce (18 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Olive paste sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
47
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% 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%
Olive paste sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.68 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.3 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 Tablespoon of Olive paste sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 36 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Olive paste sauce
What is olive paste sauce?
Olive paste sauce is a thick condiment made by blending pitted olives, often with olive oil. Recipes may also include garlic, lemon, herbs or other ingredients, so the name does not point to one fixed recipe.
What does olive paste sauce taste like?
Olive paste sauce tastes savory, briny and strongly olive-flavoured, with extra tang or herbal notes depending on the recipe. Green-olive versions are often sharper, while black-olive versions can taste rounder and richer.
How do you use olive paste sauce?
Olive paste sauce works as a bread spread, sandwich filling or savoury dip, and it can be stirred into pasta or spooned over roasted vegetables. Add it gradually: its concentrated olive flavour can quickly dominate milder ingredients.
Is olive paste sauce the same as tapenade?
Not necessarily. Tapenade is a particular olive-based spread traditionally made with capers and sometimes anchovies, while olive paste sauce is a broader name for olive pastes that may use simpler or different combinations.
How do you make olive paste sauce at home?
To make olive paste sauce, blend pitted olives with a little olive oil until they reach the texture you like. Add garlic, lemon juice or herbs if desired, and pulse briefly if you prefer a coarse paste rather than a smooth sauce.
What should you serve with olive paste sauce?
Serve olive paste sauce with crusty bread, crackers, raw vegetables or grilled vegetables. It also pairs well with cheese and other Mediterranean-style appetisers; choose less salty accompaniments if the sauce itself tastes very briny.
How should you store olive paste sauce after opening?
Keep olive paste sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use a clean spoon each time. For a homemade batch, avoid leaving it out at room temperature for extended periods, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes noticeably.
Can you freeze olive paste sauce?
Yes, olive paste sauce can be frozen, although thawing may make its oil and olive solids separate or change the texture. Freeze it in small airtight portions, thaw in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
Can you put olive paste sauce in pasta?
Yes, olive paste sauce makes a quick savoury pasta addition. Stir a small amount into freshly cooked pasta, loosening it with a little pasta water if needed; adding it near the end helps preserve its olive flavour.
Is olive paste sauce healthy to eat?
Olive paste sauce can add olive-derived fats and flavour to a meal, but it is also concentrated and may be salty. Use it as a condiment alongside vegetables, grains or other foods rather than treating it as a main dish.
Olive paste sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.58mg · 4% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.18µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.22mg · 1% DV
Calcium
11mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
11mg · 0% DV
Olive paste sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Olive paste sauce
To burn the 47 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 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.
What is Olive paste sauce?
Olive paste sauce is a thick Mediterranean condiment made by grinding pitted olives into a spreadable paste. Recipes may include olive oil and seasonings, so its flavour can range from briny and pleasantly bitter to fruity, depending on the olives used.
Serve it on toast or with bread and cheese, add a spoonful to a sandwich, or use it to finish pasta and roasted vegetables. It is mostly fat, with relatively little carbohydrate and some fibre; a little goes a long way. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount alongside fresh vegetables, or loosen the paste with lemon juice rather than adding more oil.
How Nutritious Is Olive paste sauce?
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 Olive paste sauce 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 Olive paste sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Olive paste sauce 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
Olive paste sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.61g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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