During the ripening phase (aka veraison) of green olive, the fruit changes its color from green to yellowish green, red , brown and eventually turning into a black colored olive.
Unlike green olives, black olives have a mild salty flavor.
A seed or kernel about 2 centimeters long lies in the center. Depending on the species, they can measure from 2 to 4 centimeters in length.
Black olives are a good source of Vitamin E, sodium, calcium, copper and Iron.
Scientific name of Black Olives
Olea Europaea
Other names of Black Olives
- Aceituna
- Oliva
- Azeitona
Calories by source in Black Olives
- Calories by carbohydrate in Black Olives = 19%
- Calories by fat in Black Olives = 78%
- Calories by protein in Black Olives = 3%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Black Olives
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Black Olives = 6%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Black Olives = 22%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Black Olives = 72%
Nutrition facts of Black Olives
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 10.9 | GRAM | 14% |
| Protein | 0.84 | GRAM | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 6.04 | GRAM | 2% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Black Olives, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Black Olives, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart.
Availability of Black olives
Generally available in mid or late fall season.
Complete nutrition facts of Black Olives
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