Unico Queen Olives
Unico Queen Olives
Unico Queen Olives are large, firm green olives left unstuffed — a clean, briny olive for snacking, martinis and antipasto, in a 375 mL jar and a 4 L food-service jar.
Highlights
- Large green Queen olives, unstuffed
- Firm texture and clean, briny flavour
- With pits — left whole and natural
- 375 mL jar and 4 L food-service jar
What is Unico Queen Olives?
Large Spanish-style green Queen olives, brined in lactic acid and left plain — unstuffed and with the pit in. Their size, firm bite and clean brininess make them a classic table and cocktail olive, distinct from the pimento-stuffed Queens and Manzanillas.
Why Choose Unico Queen Olives?
- Large, firm Queen olives with a clean briny flavour
- Unstuffed — pure olive flavour for marinating or snacking
- A 375 mL jar for the table and a 4 L jar for entertaining and food service
- A classic cocktail and table olive
How Do You Use Unico Queen Olives?
Common Uses
- Snacking and antipasto
- Martinis and cocktails
- Cheese and charcuterie boards
- Marinating with herbs and citrus
Best Pairings
- Dry martinis
- Manchego and aged cheeses
- Cured meats
- Citrus and herbs
Nutritional Information
Per 2 olives (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 | |
| Fat | 2 g | 3 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 1 g | |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 % |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 % |
| Protein | 0.2 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11 % |
| Potassium | 10 mg | 1 % |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1 % |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Caution: contains pits.
Ingredients
Olives, water, salt, lactic acid, potassium sorbate.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Queen Olives
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1. How do I store olives after opening?
Keep the olives submerged in their brine in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Covered in brine they stay good for several weeks; always use a clean utensil.
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2. What can I make with olives?
Serve them on an antipasto or cheese board, toss into salads and pasta, add to pizzas and tapenades, or enjoy as a tapas-style snack. Drain before adding to cooked dishes.
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3. What sizes does Queen Olives come in?
Unico Queen Olives is available in the following: 375 mL, 4 L.
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4. Is Queen Olives kosher?
Unico Queen Olives is kosher certified. Look for the certification symbol on the package.
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5. Does Queen Olives contain allergens?
Unico Queen Olives has no major allergens declared on its label. Always check the current label if you have a food allergy.
Recipes Using Unico Queen Olives
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Tomato, Olive and Onion Salad
Insalata di pomodoro, olive e cipolle: tomato wedges, green olives and thin onion marinated in olive oil and basil, s…
Key Ingredients: Unico Stuffed Manzanilla Olives · Gallo Olive Oil
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Charcuterie Board
A classic Italian charcuterie board of salami, prosciutto, bresaola and mortadella with figs, melon, tomatoes, olives…
Key Ingredients: Unico Pitted Ripe Olives · Gallo Olive Oil
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Artichoke Salad
A composed antipasto salad of artichoke quarters, white kidney beans, fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives a…
Key Ingredients: Unico Artichoke Quarters · Unico Sun-Dried Tomatoes — Julienne · Unico Sliced Kalamata Olives
Cooking Guides & Tips
- Green vs Black Olives: What's the Difference? Why some olives are green and others black, how their flavour differs, and which to use for snacking, salads, sauces and pizza.
- A Guide to Olive Varieties: Manzanilla, Queen, Kalamata and Ripe A quick guide to the most common olive varieties — Manzanilla, Queen, Kalamata and ripe black olives — and how to use each.
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Unico Queen Olives are large, firm Spanish-style green olives, brined and left plain with the pit in. Unlike the pimento-stuffed Queen and Manzanilla olives, these are unstuffed — a clean, briny olive ideal for snacking, martinis, antipasto and home marinating, supplied in a 375 mL jar for the table and a 4 L jar for entertaining and food service.