Olives
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Calories: 145
Energy: 606 kj
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Protein: | 1.03 g | |||||||
Fat - total: | 15.32 g | |||||||
Carbohydrate - by diff: | 3.84 g | |||||||
Sugar - total: | 0.54 g | |||||||
Fibre: | 3.3 g | |||||||
Water: | 75.28 g |
General Description:
Oval in shape.
Slightly larger than a grape.
Thin skin and meaty flesh.
Green or black in colour with a red blush.
One hard seed.
Is inedible until processed i.e. pickled in brine.
Selection:
Select firm, unblemished olives.
Nutrition Information:
Source of Fibre, Potassium & Vitamin A.
Olives contain mono-unsaturated fat which reduces blood cholesterol levels.
Provides 606kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
Store in an airtight plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper until they are required for processing.
Growing Area Information:
WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas.