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Yellow plum pickle Calories
Tangy, salty, low-calorie pickle; high in sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (small) of Yellow plum pickle (40 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 42 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Yellow plum pickle Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 40 g
17
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
3.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 5% · Fat 5%
Yellow plum pickle nutrition facts table · 1 serving (small) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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 Small Serving of Yellow plum pickle?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 13 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 36 g | 15 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 60 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 50 kcal |
Calculated from 42 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow plum pickle
What does yellow plum pickle taste like?
Yellow plum pickle is usually tart, salty and fruity, with a crunch if the plums were firm when pickled. Its exact flavour varies with the brine: vinegar, spices and garlic can make it sharper or more aromatic.
Is yellow plum pickle fermented or made with vinegar?
Yellow plum pickle can be made either way. Some recipes preserve the fruit in a salt brine that ferments, while others use vinegar for a sharper pickle; the ingredients and method determine which kind you have.
What foods go well with yellow plum pickle?
Yellow plum pickle pairs well with rich grilled meats, rice dishes and beans because its acidity cuts through heavier flavours. Serve a small amount alongside a meal rather than treating the salty pickle as a main portion.
Can you make yellow plum pickle with ripe plums?
You can, but firm, just-ripe or slightly underripe yellow plums usually hold their shape better. Very ripe fruit can soften or break apart in the brine, leaving you with a less crisp pickle.
Does yellow plum pickle need to be refrigerated?
Opened yellow plum pickle and homemade batches should generally be refrigerated and kept covered by their brine. An unopened commercially sealed jar may have different storage directions; once opened, use a clean utensil to remove the fruit.
How can you tell if yellow plum pickle has gone bad?
Discard yellow plum pickle if you see mold, notice a foul or rotten smell, or find the fruit unusually slimy. Do not taste it to test whether it is safe; when the signs are unclear, throw it away.
Should you rinse yellow plum pickle before eating it?
Rinsing yellow plum pickle can wash away some salt from the surface, but it will not remove salt absorbed into the fruit. Pat it dry afterward if you want to serve it without extra brine on the plate.
Can yellow plum pickle be used in cooking?
Yes, yellow plum pickle can be chopped into sauces, relishes or salads, or served beside cooked dishes. Add it near the end and taste before salting, since the pickle can bring both acidity and salt to the recipe.
Is yellow plum pickle a probiotic food?
Yellow plum pickle is not necessarily probiotic. Live cultures may be present in a naturally fermented, unpasteurized brine, but vinegar-pickled or heat-treated versions may not contain live fermentation cultures.
Is yellow plum pickle high in salt?
Yes, yellow plum pickle can be high in salt because salt is commonly used in its brine. If you are limiting sodium, keep the serving small; rinsing may reduce some surface salt but does not remove it all.
Yellow plum pickle Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.8mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
2µg · 2% DV
B3
0.2mg · 1% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Yellow plum pickle Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yellow plum pickle
To burn the 17 calories in 1 serving (small) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Yellow plum pickle?
Yellow plum pickle is made by preserving yellow plums in a salty brine, sometimes with vinegar; the fruit may stay quite firm or soften as it pickles. Recipes vary, and some include garlic or spices. It is a familiar style of pickle in Turkey, where seasonal fruit is often preserved at home.
Serve it in a small portion alongside a meal, as part of a meze spread, or with beans and grilled foods. Its sharp, tangy saltiness makes a lively contrast to mild or rich dishes, and it can also be enjoyed as a pickle snack. It is low in calories—42 per 100 g—but high in sodium, so a modest serving is a sensible choice if you are watching your salt intake.
How Nutritious Is Yellow 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 Yellow 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 Yellow plum pickle Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Yellow plum pickle 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Yellow plum pickle Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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