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Fermented, tangy, antioxidant, low calorie
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Unripe Grape Pickle (50 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.9 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
18
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
3.9g
· 1% 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 88% · Protein 7% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 10 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 20 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 200 g | 70 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
To make unripe grape pickle, pack firm, washed green grapes into a clean jar with garlic and salt brine. Keep the grapes submerged while they sour, then store the finished jar in a cool place.
Unripe grape pickle tastes sharply sour, salty, and slightly fruity, with a firm bite when made well. Its flavor comes from the tart grapes and the brine, rather than the sweetness associated with ripe grapes.
Eat unripe grape pickle as a tangy side, much like other pickles. It pairs well with rice, beans, grilled meat, and rich dishes; serve a few grapes at a time because the briny flavor is intense.
Traditional unripe grape pickle made in salt brine ferments as it sours. A version made with vinegar is pickled but not fermented in the same way, so the ingredients and method matter.
Keep opened unripe grape pickle refrigerated and make sure the grapes remain covered by brine. Use a clean utensil each time, and discard it if you see mold or notice an unpleasant smell or slimy texture.
Unripe grape pickle can turn soft if the grapes are bruised, the brine is too weak, or the jar is kept too warm. Start with firm fruit, keep it submerged, and let it sour in a cool spot.
Yes, unripe grape pickle can be made without vinegar using salt brine and natural fermentation. The grapes develop their sour flavor as they ferment; vinegar-based recipes get their acidity directly from the vinegar instead.
Unripe grape pickle uses firm, tart grapes, so it stays sharply sour and is usually eaten as a savory pickle. Pickled ripe grapes start sweeter and softer, giving the finished pickle a noticeably different flavor and texture.
Yes, the small grapes in unripe grape pickle are commonly eaten whole, including their skins and seeds. If the seeds feel too hard or bitter, spit them out or remove them before eating.
To make a serving of unripe grape pickle less salty, briefly rinse or soak just the amount you plan to eat, then drain it. Avoid diluting the whole jar, since that can weaken the brine used to preserve it.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.5mg · 4% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
2µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
55mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Unripe Grape Pickle is made by preserving firm, pale-green grapes in brine before they ripen. The whole grapes keep their shape, taking on a sharp, pleasantly sour flavour while staying juicy and lightly crisp. It is a traditional Turkish pickle, usually served in small portions rather than eaten as a main dish.
In Turkey, it can accompany everyday meals or appear among meze, and it also adds a bright, tart note to salads or grain dishes. It is low in calories, with 35 per 100 g. If the brine tastes too salty, briefly rinse and drain the grapes before serving; their acidity pairs especially well with rich or savoury foods.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.