1 piece (medium) of Olive Poğaça (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 234 mg of Sodium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

What is Olive Poğaça?

Olive Poğaça is a Turkish savoury pastry made from a soft dough dotted with chopped olives. Recipes vary, but the dough is commonly enriched with ingredients such as yogurt, milk or oil, then shaped into small rolls or rounds and baked until golden. It is a familiar bakery and home-baking staple in Turkey.

The tender, lightly crumbly pastry contrasts with the olives’ salty, briny bite. In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast or alongside tea, and it also makes an easy snack; elsewhere, try it with soup or a simple salad. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich pastry, with 320 calories per 100 g, so pair a piece with fruit, yogurt or another filling side for a more substantial snack.

Olive Poğaça Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

320

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

42g

· 15% DV

Protein

· 14% DV

Fat

13g

· 17% DV

Fiber

2.5g

· 9% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 9% · Fat 37%

Olive Poğaça Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.18mg · 15% DV

0.13mg · 10% DV

1.2mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2.5µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Sodium

390mg · 17% DV

Selenium

7µg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

85mg · 12% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

How Nutritious Is Olive Poğaça?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 100

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

Low

31/ 100

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.

Olive Poğaça Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Olive Poğaça

To burn the 320 calories in 100 g:

🚶

79min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

33min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

44min

Cycling

🏊

37min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Olive Poğaça 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 Olive Poğaça Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy yes

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Olive Poğaça Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Olive Poğaça Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.1g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.1g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 17.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (17.1:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Olive Poğaça

What is Olive Poğaça?

Olive Poğaça is a Turkish savory pastry made from soft dough with chopped olives folded into the dough or placed in its center. It is commonly shaped into individual rolls or buns and baked until golden.

How do you make Olive Poğaça?

To make Olive Poğaça, prepare a soft pastry dough, mix in chopped pitted olives or use them as a filling, shape the portions, and bake until golden. Recipes vary: some use yeast for a bread-like crumb, while others use baking powder.

Are olives mixed into the dough or used as a filling in Olive Poğaça?

Either method works for Olive Poğaça. Mixing chopped olives through the dough spreads their flavor throughout each piece, while using them as a filling creates a more distinct olive center; drain them well before adding.

What kind of olives are best for Olive Poğaça?

Black olives are a common choice for Olive Poğaça, but green olives work too. Use pitted olives and chop them into small pieces so they distribute evenly; draining excess brine helps keep the dough from becoming soggy.

Why is my Olive Poğaça dense instead of soft?

Olive Poğaça can turn dense if the dough contains too much flour, is overworked, or does not rise enough when the recipe uses yeast. Add flour gradually and keep the dough soft; allow yeast dough to rise before shaping.

Can you make Olive Poğaça without yeast?

Yes, Olive Poğaça can be made without yeast using baking powder as the raising agent. The result is usually quicker to prepare and more tender or crumbly, while yeast-based versions tend to have a lighter, bread-like texture.

How do you keep Olive Poğaça from drying out?

Avoid overbaking Olive Poğaça, and cover the pastries with a clean cloth as they cool. Once fully cool, store them in an airtight container; sealing them while warm can trap steam and make their surfaces damp.

Can Olive Poğaça be frozen?

Yes, Olive Poğaça freezes well after it has cooled completely. Pack the pieces airtight to protect them from freezer air, then thaw and warm them briefly in the oven before serving for a fresher texture.

What can you serve with Olive Poğaça?

Olive Poğaça is often served with tea as a breakfast or snack pastry. It also pairs well with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, cheese, or a simple salad when you want to make it part of a fuller meal.

Is Olive Poğaça usually eaten for breakfast or as a snack?

Olive Poğaça is eaten both for breakfast and as a snack. Its portable individual shape makes it convenient for lunchboxes or travel, while at breakfast it is commonly served alongside tea and other savory foods.

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· Last updated: September 24, 2026