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Sour plum pickle Calories
Low-calorie tart pickle, high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Sour plum pickle (45 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 42 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sour plum pickle Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 45 g
19
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% 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 90% · Protein 6% · Fat 4%
Sour plum pickle nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Sour plum pickle?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 28 g | 12 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 21 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 75 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 150 g | 63 kcal |
Calculated from 42 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sour plum pickle
What fruit is used to make sour plum pickle?
Sour plum pickle is made with small, tart plums; in this Azerbaijani-style pickle, the fruit is göyəm, often associated with wild or sloe plums. It is not necessarily made with the larger sweet plums sold for fresh eating.
What does sour plum pickle taste like?
Sour plum pickle tastes tart and salty, with a firm or slightly softened fruit texture. Depending on the fruit and recipe, it can also have a mildly astringent edge, especially when made with wild plums.
How do you make sour plum pickle?
To make sour plum pickle, pack clean, firm plums into a clean jar and cover them with brine. Recipes vary: some rely on brining or fermentation, while others add vinegar, garlic, or herbs for a different flavor.
How is sour plum pickle traditionally served?
Sour plum pickle is served as a sharp, salty side rather than as a sweet fruit preserve. A few pieces can accompany rice, grilled meat, or other savory dishes; drain them first if you do not want extra brine on the plate.
Can you use regular plums instead of göyəm for sour plum pickle?
Yes, firm, tart small plums can be used, but the result will not taste exactly like sour plum pickle made with göyəm. Very sweet or soft dessert plums tend to produce a less tart pickle and may break down more readily.
Why has my sour plum pickle gone soft?
Sour plum pickle can turn soft if the fruit was already overripe or bruised, or if it was kept too warm during storage. Choose firm fruit and keep it submerged in brine; discard a batch that develops mold or an unpleasant smell.
Should you rinse sour plum pickle before eating it?
You can rinse sour plum pickle briefly to remove some of the salty brine from the surface. Rinsing also reduces some of its sharp flavor, so taste a piece first and decide whether it needs it.
How should you store sour plum pickle after opening?
Store opened sour plum pickle in the refrigerator, keeping the fruit covered by brine and using a clean utensil each time. Do not eat it if you notice mold, an off smell, or an unusual change in texture.
Can you use the brine from sour plum pickle in cooking?
Yes, a small amount of sour plum pickle brine can add a tart, salty note to dressings or marinades. Add it gradually and taste as you go, since the brine can make a dish salty quickly.
Is sour plum pickle too salty for people with high blood pressure?
Sour plum pickle can contribute a lot of sodium because it is preserved in salty brine. People limiting sodium for high blood pressure or kidney disease should ask their clinician or dietitian what portion, if any, fits their plan.
Sour plum pickle Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
2.16µg · 2% DV
Vitamin C
1.58mg · 2% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
7.2mg · 1% DV
Sour plum pickle Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sour plum pickle
To burn the 19 calories in 3 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Sour plum pickle?
Sour plum pickle is made by preserving small, tart plums in a salty brine. It is associated with Azerbaijan and the Caucasus, where sour fruit pickles are served as a sharp, savoury accompaniment rather than eaten as a sweet plum dish. The fruit stays tangy, with the brine adding a pronounced salty edge.
Serve it in small amounts alongside rice, beans, grilled meat or other hearty dishes; it can also work as part of a pickle or mezze spread. Its tartness cuts through rich flavours, so a little goes a long way. It is low in calories but high in sodium, making portion size worth keeping in mind if you are watching your salt intake.
How Nutritious Is Sour plum pickle?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Sour plum pickle 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 Sour plum pickle Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sour plum pickle Good For?
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
Sour plum pickle Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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