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Roasted olives Calories
Healthy fats, Vitamin E, Mediterranean cuisine
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
10 piece (medium) of Roasted olives (40 g) has 72 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of Vitamin E covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Roasted olives Nutrition Facts
Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 40 g
72
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 3% · Fat 83%
Roasted olives nutrition facts table · 10 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 72 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.12 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.6 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 10 Pieces of Roasted olives?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 4 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 12 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 16 g | 29 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 20 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 20 piece (large) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roasted olives
What are roasted olives?
Roasted olives are olives heated until their skins become warm, slightly wrinkled, or lightly browned. They may be served plain or seasoned with herbs, citrus, garlic, or spices, and can be made with either black or green olives.
How do you roast olives at home?
Roast olives at home by tossing them with a little olive oil and seasoning, then heating them in an oven or pan until fragrant and slightly wrinkled. Stir occasionally and watch closely so the olives and seasonings do not burn.
What do roasted olives taste like?
Roasted olives taste more concentrated and aromatic than unheated olives, sometimes with a lightly smoky note. Their final flavor depends on the olive variety and whether they are roasted with herbs, garlic, citrus, or chili.
How are roasted olives different from sun-dried olives?
Roasted olives are heated during cooking, while sun-dried olives lose moisture through drying in the sun or a controlled drying process. Roasting gives a cooked, often lightly browned flavor; drying produces a more concentrated, chewy olive.
What can you serve with roasted olives?
Serve roasted olives with bread, cheese, dips, or grilled vegetables as part of a snack or appetizer spread. They also add a savory, briny accent to salads, pasta, and sandwiches; taste them before adding extra salt.
Can you roast olives with the pits in?
Yes, you can roast olives with their pits in. They hold their shape well, but warn anyone you serve and remove the pits before adding the olives to dishes where biting into one would be inconvenient.
Do roasted olives need to be refrigerated?
Homemade roasted olives should be cooled and refrigerated in a covered container, especially if they include garlic or fresh herbs. For packaged roasted olives, follow the storage directions on the package after opening.
Can you use black and green olives for roasted olives?
Yes, both black and green olives work for roasting. Black olives tend to give a milder, fuller result, while green olives can taste sharper and firmer; choose based on the seasoning and the dish you are making.
Why do roasted olives taste bitter?
Roasted olives can taste bitter if they are overheated or if the oil, garlic, or spices burn. Use moderate heat, stir them during cooking, and take them off the heat once fragrant and lightly browned.
Are roasted olives healthy to eat?
Roasted olives can be part of a balanced eating pattern and provide unsaturated fats, but they may also be salty. If you are watching your sodium intake, compare the product labels or serve them alongside less salty foods.
Roasted olives Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.52mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
32µg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Roasted olives Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Roasted olives
To burn the 72 calories in 10 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Roasted olives?
Roasted olives are olives heated until their flavour deepens, a simple preparation associated with Mediterranean cooking rather than a dish with one fixed recipe. Depending on the method, they may be roasted plain or with herbs, while the fruit’s characteristic savoury, briny taste remains central.
Roasting often leaves them more concentrated in flavour, slightly smoky and drier or more wrinkled than fresh olives. In Mediterranean settings they can be served as a snack, alongside bread and cheese, or as part of an antipasto or mezze spread; they also work as a small table snack elsewhere. They are mainly a source of fat, with 16 g per 100 g. Pair a modest serving with fresh vegetables or use it to add a punchy note to salads.
How Nutritious Is Roasted olives?
Nutrient density
High
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 Roasted olives 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 Roasted olives Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Roasted olives 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
Roasted olives Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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