Prepared and Processed / Condiments and Sauces
Pickle relish
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 145kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.3 g/ 71g (0.42%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.9 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 33.9 g/ 348g (9%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B3 | 0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 33 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 11 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Sodium | 798 mg/ 1500mg (53%) |
What is this food?
Pickle relish is a sweet-and-tangy condiment made from chopped pickled vegetables (often cucumber) mixed with sugar, vinegar, and spices. It’s usually eaten in small amounts to add flavor to meals.
Why it matters to health
Pickle relish can help make your food more enjoyable, so you may be more likely to eat balanced meals. It has some fiber (about 1.1 g per 100 g) which supports digestion. However, it’s also high in sodium (about 798 mg) and sugar (about 28.6 g), so too much can add up quickly—especially if you use it often on rice, sandwiches, or viands. The good news: it’s typically a flavor food, so keeping portions small helps you enjoy the taste without overdoing salt and sugar.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a condiment only—start with 1–2 tablespoons per meal, then adjust to taste.
- Balance it with plain rice or whole grains, plus viand (fish, chicken, tofu) and vegetables to keep your plate well-rounded.
- If you’re watching salt, choose meals with less salty sauces (e.g., go easy on soy sauce, bagoong, or processed toppings).
- For snacks, pair it with foods that don’t already have lots of salt/sugar (e.g., add relish to a simple sandwich with less processed fillings).
Common Filipino dishes
Tuna sandwich, Hotdog or burger toppings, Egg salad sandwich, Macaroni salad, Fried chicken with condiments
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