Dill pickles
Dill pickles are cucumbers preserved in a brine of water, salt, vinegar, and dill, often with garlic and spices. They are a classic condiment with roots in Eastern European cuisine, particularly in Jewish and German culinary traditions, and have become a staple in American delis and diners.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Dill pickles are very low in calories, carbs, fat, and protein, with a typical serving (about 1 ounce) containing roughly 2-5 calories. They are a good source of sodium and provide small amounts of vitamin K, but their main nutritional contribution is as a low-calorie flavor enhancer.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 17 kcal |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
| Carbs | 3.7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Sugar | 1.8 g |
| Sodium | 1216 mg |
| Sodium | 1216 mg |
| Potassium | 147 mg |
| Vitamin K | 18.6 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2.4 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 64 IU |
| Calcium | 48 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 cup (160 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, dill pickles are iconic in American pop culture, famously associated with New York City and the phrase 'in a pickle.' Nutritionally, their fermentation (in traditional versions) can introduce beneficial probiotics, supporting gut health, though many commercial varieties are vinegar-based and lack these benefits.
