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Rinsed to reduce sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
10 piece (medium) of Rinsed olives (40 g) has 46 calories. That works out to 116 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Iron covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 40 g
46
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 2% · Fat 78%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 46 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.57 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 4 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 20 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 35 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 35 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 46 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 60 g | 70 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 70 g | 81 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 116 kcal |
Calculated from 116 calories per 100 g.
Yes, rinsing removes some sodium in the brine clinging to the surface of rinsed olives. It cannot remove all the salt absorbed into the olives, so rinsed olives are not sodium-free.
No, rinsed olives can be eaten straight from the jar. If they still taste too salty, give them another quick rinse and drain them before serving.
Drain the rinsed olives and run cool drinking water over them briefly, then drain again. For a milder taste, soak them in fresh water for a short time, but avoid a long soak that dulls their flavor.
Keep rinsed olives in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator. If they came in brine, store them covered by that brine; don’t leave opened olives at room temperature for extended periods.
Use opened rinsed olives within a few days and keep them refrigerated. Discard them if you notice mold, an unpleasant smell, or a clear change in texture, rather than tasting them to check.
Yes, you can freeze rinsed olives, but thawing may make them softer and less firm. Drain and portion them before freezing; they’re usually best added to cooked dishes after thawing.
Rinsing removes some surface brine, but salt can remain inside rinsed olives. Their curing process can also leave a naturally bitter taste, which a quick rinse will not necessarily remove.
Yes, rinsed olives work well in pasta, sauces, salads, and baked dishes. Taste the dish before adding salt, since the olives can still contribute plenty of salty flavor.
Rinsed olives can be part of everyday meals, but they may still contain considerable salt even after rinsing. If you have been told to limit sodium, ask your clinician or dietitian what portion suits you.
Yes, dogs can have an occasional plain, pitted rinsed olive in a small amount. Remove the pit, and avoid stuffed or seasoned olives, since the pit can cause choking and added ingredients may be unsuitable.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.66mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
8µg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.1mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
200mg · 9% DV
Iron
1.32mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Calcium
35mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Rinsed olives are olives taken from brine or a salty liquid and washed before serving, which removes some of the salt on their surface without changing the olive itself. Olives are a familiar part of Mediterranean eating, served at breakfast, alongside drinks, or as a small starter; they also add a briny, savoury bite to salads and sandwiches. Their texture ranges from firm to tender, and the level of bitterness depends on the variety.
They get most of their energy from fat, with 10.9 g of fat and 1.6 g of fibre per 100 g. If you prefer a milder, less salty taste, rinse them just before eating and drain well; they pair easily with bread, vegetables and cheese.
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 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
0.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.