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Pickled Onions
Pickled Onions by Sainsbury's provides 41 kcal per 100 g, with 8.5 g of sugars and 0.5 g of protein. That is 30% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Pickled onions category and comes in a 440g pack. Contains: gluten, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 41 kcal | 42 |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.4 +23% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 +28% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.5 g | 8.1 +5% |
| Total sugars | 8.5 g | 6.6 +30% |
| Added sugars | 4.3 g | 3.7 +16% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.8 g | 1.5 +20% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.8 −37% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 1.4 −92% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 114 Pickled onions products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pickled onions
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Onions, Water Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Barley Malt Extract, Preservative Sodium Metabisulphite (Sulphites)
- Allergens
- GlutenSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 440g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00287449
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pickled Onions?
Pickled Onions contains 41 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pickled Onions?
Pickled Onions has 8.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pickled Onions healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Pickled Onions vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Pickled Onions contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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