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Very high-sodium, low-calorie pickling brine
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Pickled pepper brine (15 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 11 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
2
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 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 75% · Protein 25% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 11 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 26 kcal |
Calculated from 11 calories per 100 g.
Yes, you can drink pickled pepper brine, but keep the amount small because it is very high in sodium. It is not a substitute for water when you are thirsty.
Pickled pepper brine is sometimes used for cramps, but strong evidence that it prevents or treats them is lacking. Its high sodium content also makes it unsuitable as a routine remedy for everyone.
No, pickled pepper brine is not a proven hangover treatment. Its salty taste may make you thirstier, so water and time are more useful than relying on the brine.
Yes, pickled pepper brine can add tang and salt to a marinade for vegetables or meat. Taste it first, and reduce added salt; discard any brine that has touched raw meat.
Yes, refrigerate pickled pepper brine after opening, unless the product specifically says otherwise. Keep the peppers submerged and use a clean utensil to avoid contaminating the jar.
Cloudiness can occur in pickled pepper brine during natural fermentation and does not by itself mean it has spoiled. Discard it if you see mold or notice a rotten smell or unusual texture.
It is not recommended to reuse pickled pepper brine for a new batch. Its acidity and salt balance may have changed, so use freshly prepared brine for safer, more predictable pickling.
Sometimes: pickled pepper brine comes from either naturally fermented peppers or peppers preserved with vinegar. The ingredient list and preparation method determine which kind you have.
Yes, pickled pepper brine can spoil, especially if contaminated or stored improperly. Discard it if you see mold, smell a rotten odor, or notice an unexpected change in texture; do not taste it to check.
Pickled pepper brine can brighten salad dressings, bean dishes, and sauces, or add tang to a soup. Add a little at a time because it is salty and acidic, then adjust the recipe's seasoning.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.53mg · 1% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.18µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
188mg · 8% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
10mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Pickled pepper brine is the tangy, salty liquid left in a jar of peppers preserved in vinegar or a salt solution. It takes on the peppers’ sharp flavour, sometimes with notes of garlic or spices depending on the recipe.
In Turkey, it is usually served alongside the pickles and spooned sparingly over meals such as beans and rice. Its bright acidity can perk up a dish, but the brine is very high in sodium despite being low in calories. Use a little as a seasoning, or dilute it with water if you want a milder, less salty 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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.