Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil

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Common questions

Is Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil healthy?

Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like Chalkidiki green olives and extra virgin olive oil, which are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.

How processed is Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil?

Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Green olives, Extra virgin olive oil, Dehydrated garlic count in its favor; Sunflower oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Grilled Pitted Chalkidiki Variety Green Olives in oil

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75 Good

Analysis updated April 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Olives
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like Chalkidiki green olives and extra virgin olive oil, which are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants. However, the presence of sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, and the use of citric acid as an additive contribute to its processed nature. The processing level and inclusion of sunflower oil prevent it from achieving a higher score despite the presence of high-quality ingredients.

Key ingredients 8

Green olives
Very Good

Rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, green olives support heart health and provide beneficial nutrients.

Extra virgin olive oil
Very Good

Contains healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, promoting cardiovascular health and reducing inflammation.

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Dehydrated garlic
Good

Provides flavor and contains antioxidants with potential health benefits, including immune support.

Ascorbic acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

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Water
Neutral

Used as a diluent or for processing, water is neutral and does not impact health directly.

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Salt
Neutral

Essential mineral used for preservation and flavor; moderate intake is generally safe.

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Citric acid
Neutral

Common food additive used as an acidifier; considered safe in typical food amounts.

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Sunflower oil
Very Bad

A seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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