Calories in Olives
Olives contains 115 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 10 olives (40 g) — carries about 46 kcal.
Not a “light salad topping” — their fat makes them 5-6x more caloric than tomatoes.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 10 olives (40 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal | 46 kcal |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 4.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 2.4 g |
| Fibre | 3.2 g | 1.3 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~12 minutes
~5 minutes
Approximate, for a ~46 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in olives?
Olives contains 115 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 10 olives (40 g) — carries about 46 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does olives have?
Per 100 g: 0.8 g protein, 11 g fat and 6 g carbohydrates, of which 3.2 g fibre.
Is olives suitable for a diet?
In moderation — 115 kcal per 100 g is a medium calorie density. A serving (10 olives (40 g)) carries ~46 kcal, so portion size matters. Not a “light salad topping” — their fat makes them 5-6x more caloric than tomatoes.
How much does one serving of olives weigh?
The typical serving is 10 olives (40 g) — about 40 g, which equals ~46 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of olives?
Roughly 12 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.