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Stuffed green olives are a Mediterranean snack, salty, aromatic, and rich in healthy fats.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Stuffed green olive (25 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 25 g
36
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 3% · Fat 87%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.55 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 300 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 25 g | 36 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed green olives are most often filled with pimiento, a mild red pepper. Some varieties use garlic, almonds, or other fillings, so the exact ingredients depend on the style and producer.
To make stuffed green olives at home, remove the pits and put a small piece of pepper or another filling into each olive. Pack them in a clean jar, cover with brine, and keep the jar refrigerated.
Store opened stuffed green olives in a covered container in the refrigerator. Keep them submerged in their brine to prevent drying, use a clean utensil when serving, and follow any storage directions on the package.
No, stuffed green olives do not need rinsing before eating. If you want to reduce some of their salty brine, briefly rinse them under cold water; soaking them for a long time can also wash away flavor.
Yes, stuffed green olives are usually pitted so there is room for the filling. Check each olive as you eat, especially if it is homemade or the package does not explicitly say that the pits have been removed.
Stuffed green olives can taste bitter because of the olive variety, curing method, or brine. A mild bitterness can be normal, but discard them if it comes with mold, an unusual odor, or a sticky, mushy texture.
Stuffed green olives provide mostly unsaturated fat, but they can also be high in salt because they are preserved in brine. They can fit into a varied eating pattern; choose a modest portion if you are watching your sodium intake.
Yes, stuffed green olives can be used in a martini, especially when their filling complements the drink. Pimiento-stuffed olives give a familiar savory garnish, while strongly flavored fillings such as garlic can change the cocktail's taste.
It is best not to give dogs stuffed green olives. The brine is salty, and fillings may contain ingredients such as garlic that are unsafe for dogs; offer a dog-safe treat instead.
Stuffed green olives pair well with cheese, crackers, roasted vegetables, and other savory snacks. Their salty, tangy flavor also works in salads and sandwiches, so you can use them as a garnish or chop them into a dish.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.43mg · 3% DV
Vitamin A
17.5µg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.25µg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
300mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.38mg · 2% DV
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
15mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 36 calories in 5 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Stuffed green olives are pitted, cured green olives filled with an aromatic ingredient, often pepper; the filling varies by product. They are a familiar Mediterranean snack and are served as part of meze spreads as well as at breakfast in many places.
Their briny, gently bitter olive flavour contrasts with the savoury filling, while the flesh stays firm and meaty. Enjoy them with bread, cheese or sliced vegetables, or add a few to salads and appetiser plates. They are mostly a source of fat, with some fibre; 100 g provides 14 g of fat. Because their flavour is naturally salty, pair them with fresh, simply prepared foods, or rinse them briefly if you prefer a milder taste.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.