Gherkins

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Gherkins

Sainsbury's · 340g

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Nutri-ScoreGood nutritional quality
3
NOVA groupProcessed food
35
kcalPer 100 g / 100 ml
Low fatLow saturated fatModerate sugarModerate salt
Barcode
00286480
Serving size
1 serving (30 g)
Sold in
United Kingdom

At a glance

Gherkins (Sainsbury's) is a product in the category “Pickled cucumbers”. It provides 35 kcal (145 kJ) per 100 g. One serving of 1 serving (30 g) contains about 11 kcal, or 1% of an adult's daily energy reference intake. It contains 20% more sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 17% less salt than the median product in its category. It contains 67% more fibre than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 1 additive: E224 - Potassium metabisulphite. It is sold in United Kingdom.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts Per 100 g / 100 ml % RI* Per serving (1 serving (30 g))
Energy 145 kJ / 35 kcal 2% 44 kJ / 11 kcal
Fat 0.7 g 1% 0.21 g
Saturated fat 0.1 g 1% 0.03 g
Carbohydrates 5.7 g 2% 1.7 g
Sugars 5.4 g 6% 1.6 g
Added sugars 4.2 g 1.2 g
Polyols 0.22 g 0.07 g
Starch 0.95 g 0.29 g
Fibre 1.5 g 6% 0.45 g
Protein 0.6 g 1% 0.18 g
Salt 1.2 g 21% 0.37 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0 mg
Alcohol < 0.01 % vol
Vitamin A 0 µg 0 µg
Vitamin D 0 µg 0 µg
Vitamin E 0.22 mg 0.07 mg
Vitamin C 12 mg 3.6 mg
Vitamin B12 0 µg 0 µg
Calcium 35 mg 10 mg
Iron 0.51 mg 0.15 mg
Magnesium 15 mg 4.4 mg
Potassium 172 mg 51 mg
Zinc 0.21 mg 0.06 mg
Fruits, vegetables & legumes 82 %

*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).

Compared with similar products

Median values of 544 products in the category “Pickled cucumbers”.

Energy +21%
This product: 35 kcal Category median: 29 kcal
Sugars +20%
This product: 5.4 g Category median: 4.5 g
Fat +250%
This product: 0.7 g Category median: 0.2 g
Salt -17%
This product: 1.2 g Category median: 1.5 g
Protein -25%
This product: 0.6 g Category median: 0.8 g
Fibre +67%
This product: 1.5 g Category median: 0.9 g

Ingredients

Gherkins (Gherkins, Water, Salt, Preservative: Potassium Metabisulphite (Sulphites)), Water, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Dried Onions, Mustard Seeds, Red Bell Peppers, Dill Seeds, Salt, Ginger Powder, Cinnamon Powder. Allergy advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. JAR Recycle LID Recycle Parl C

Allergens

Sulphur dioxide and sulphites

Additives

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Gherkins?

Gherkins contains 35 kcal per 100 g, which is about 11 kcal per serving of 1 serving (30 g).

Is Gherkins vegan?

Yes. Based on its ingredient list, Gherkins does not contain animal-derived ingredients.

Does Gherkins contain palm oil?

No palm oil was detected in the ingredient list of Gherkins.

Which additives does Gherkins contain?

Gherkins contains E224 - Potassium metabisulphite.

Which allergens are in Gherkins?

According to Open Food Facts, the label of Gherkins lists these allergens: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Always check the package.

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