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Omega-3-rich sardines preserved in olive oil with a salty-tangy pickled profile
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sardine pickle with olive oil (85 g) has 202 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 21.1 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 7.6 µg of B12 covers 315% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 85 g
202
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
21.1g
· 42% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% 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 2% · Protein 41% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 202 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.47 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 527 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% |
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 serving (medium) | 85 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 67 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 95 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 80 g | 190 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 333 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
Sardine pickle with olive oil is a preserved sardine product with a salty, tangy taste and olive oil. It is processed food; the exact ingredients and preservation method can vary, so the product label is the best guide to its preparation.
Yes, if the packaging says it is ready to eat, sardine pickle with olive oil can be eaten without cooking. Follow the package’s storage and serving directions, especially for a refrigerated product or one made at home.
Sardine pickle with olive oil is pickled and typically has a tangy, salty profile, while canned sardines are generally heat-processed in a sealed container. They are not interchangeable for storage, so follow the directions for the specific product.
You can eat the bones if they are soft enough to crush easily; small sardine bones may soften during preservation. Remove any that feel hard, and check carefully before serving sardine pickle with olive oil to children.
Serve sardine pickle with olive oil as a cold appetizer, on toast, or alongside potatoes and salad greens. Its salty tang pairs well with lemon or onion, so taste it before adding extra salt to the dish.
Drain sardine pickle with olive oil to remove some of the salty liquid. If it still tastes too salty, briefly rinse only the portion you plan to eat; do not rinse the whole batch and return it to its container.
Keep opened sardine pickle with olive oil refrigerated in a clean, covered container, and follow any stricter instructions on its packaging. Do not assume it is safe at room temperature simply because it is preserved.
Yes, sardine pickle with olive oil can be added to warm pasta, potatoes, or a cooked sauce, though heating may soften its texture and change its tangy flavor. Add it near the end and taste before seasoning.
Yes, sardines naturally contain omega-3 fats, so sardine pickle with olive oil can provide them too. The amount varies with the fish and preparation; the product’s nutrition information gives the specific value when available.
During pregnancy, choose sardine pickle with olive oil only when you know it has been stored safely. Refrigerated ready-to-eat fish can carry food-safety risks; heating it thoroughly until steaming is a safer choice, and you can ask your clinician about your circumstances.
Vitamins
B12
7.57µg · 315% DV
B3
4.93mg · 31% DV
Vitamin D
4.08µg · 20% DV
Vitamin E
2.3mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
39µg · 71% DV
Phosphorus
366mg · 52% DV
Calcium
272mg · 27% DV
Sodium
527mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
332mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 202 calories in 1 serving (medium) (85 g):
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Sardine pickle with olive oil pairs sardines with a salty, tangy pickled character and the rounded flavour of olive oil. It makes a compact, savoury seafood dish rather than a fresh sardine preparation, and is best known by its distinctive briny taste.
In Turkey, it can be served chilled in small portions as part of a meze spread, with bread, lemon and fresh greens. Elsewhere, it also works as a bold addition to a seafood platter or a simple lunch. Sardines provide protein and omega-3 fats, while the dish is low in carbohydrates; it has 24.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter serving, drain off some of the oil and pair it with crisp vegetables.
Very 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
SATURATED
2.47g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.