Giusto Sapore Castelvetrano Nocellara Olives, Whole
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Hailing from western Sicily, Giusto Sapore’s Nocellara Castelvetrano Whole Olives are bright green and offer a sweet, mild and buttery taste.
Hailing from western Sicily, Giusto Sapore’s Nocellara Castelvetrano Whole Olives are bright green and offer a sweet, mild and buttery taste.
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IMPORTED FROM SICILY

Castelvetrano Nocellara Olives, Whole

$18.99

Sicily's famously mild, buttery green olive. Whole Nocellara olives from Castelvetrano with a firm, meaty bite and no harsh bitterness, the olive that wins over the whole table. A generous 19.4 oz jar with no added coloring.

Size: 19.4oz / Piece
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Complete the dish
  • Mild and buttery No harsh bitterness and not too salty. A great first olive for people who think they don't like olives.
  • From western Sicily Nocellara olives named for the town of Castelvetrano, in Sicily's Belice valley.
  • A short, clean label Olives, water, salt, citric acid and vitamin C. No added coloring.
  • A generous 19.4 oz jar 12.34 oz of olives once drained. Vegan, gluten free and non-GMO.
Antipasto board with a bowl of green Castelvetrano olives, Kalamata olives, salumi, breadsticks and crostini
MEET THE OLIVE

Why everyone falls for Castelvetrano olives

Castelvetrano olives are the Nocellara del Belice variety, grown in the Belice valley around the town of Castelvetrano in western Sicily. They are picked young and green, which is where their mild, buttery flavor and firm, meaty bite come from.

Where many olives are sharp or very salty, Castelvetranos are gentle and lightly sweet. That makes them the olive that disappears first from a board, and an easy favorite for kids and first-time olive eaters.

These come whole, with the pit in, so they keep their shape and satisfying bite. Prefer them ready to slice? Try our pitted Castelvetrano olives.

Variety
Nocellara del Belice
Grown in
Castelvetrano, western Sicily
Taste
Mild, buttery, lightly sweet
Texture
Firm and meaty
Pits
Whole olives, pit in
Jar
19.4 oz (550 g), 12.34 oz drained
Diet
Vegan, gluten free, non-GMO
HOW TO ENJOY THEM

Five easy ways to serve them

Aperitivo spread with a jar of Castelvetrano olives, taralli, caprese salad and sparkling wine
  1. Aperitivo bowlDrain, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and set out with taralli and something sparkling.
  2. Cheese and antipasto boardsPair with salumi, aged Pecorino or Parmigiano, and fresh mozzarella.
  3. Warm and marinatedTen minutes in warm olive oil with orange zest, garlic and chili. Recipe below.
  4. Salads, pasta and pizzaPit and slice into green salads, pasta with lemon, or on top of pizza and focaccia.
  5. Martini garnishTheir mild, buttery flavor makes them a favorite in a dirty martini.
TRY THIS TONIGHT

Warm citrus and chili Castelvetrano olives

The easiest party snack we know. Warming the olives in fragrant oil makes them taste even more buttery.

10 minServes 6

Ingredients

  • 1 jar Castelvetrano olives, drained
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 3 wide strips of orange zest
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 pinch chili flakes

Method

  1. Warm the olive oil in a small pan over low heat with the garlic, orange zest, rosemary and chili for 3 to 4 minutes, until fragrant. Don't let the garlic brown.
  2. Add the drained olives and stir to coat. Warm for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Spoon into a bowl and serve warm with taralli or crusty bread. Save the oil for dipping.

Keep leftovers covered in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

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THE DETAILS

Everything that goes into it

Ingredients & dietary info

Olives
Water
Salt
Citric acid
Ascorbic acid

Full ingredients: Olives, water, salt, acidity regulator: citric acid, antioxidant: ascorbic acid.

AllergensContains pits. May contain pit fragments.

About this product

  • Hailing from western Sicily, Giusto Sapore’s Nocellara Castelvetrano Whole Olives are bright green and offer a sweet, mild and buttery taste.
  • Conveniently ready to serve, our Nocellara whole olives are a rich, savory bite packing unique flavors of Italy.
  • Conveniently ready to serve, our Nocellara whole olives are a rich, savory bite packing unique flavors of Italy.
  • Carefully packaged for optimal freshness and beautiful presentation.
  • Perfect for an antipasto platter, as a savory snack, or to enhance dishes.

Giusto Sapore’s Nocellara Castelvetrano Whole Olives hail from the beloved region of Sicily, where each brightly colored olive is home-grown and handpicked by local artisans. Once selected from the trees, our Nocellara olives undergo a careful, three-step process of soaking in a curing brine, resting in a water bath, and then packed in fresh, light brine. This traditional process is key for ripening the olive into the Italian fare we’ve grown to love. Each savory, ready-to-serve bite will deliver an authentic taste of the Mediterranean.

Ingredients

Olives, water, salt, acidity regulator: citric acid, antioxidant: ascorbic acid.

May contain: Pits or pit fragments.

Ingredients are taken from the product label. Always check the package for the most current ingredient and allergen information.

Storage & care

Store unopened jars in a cool, dry place. After opening, keep the olives covered in their brine in the fridge and enjoy within about a week.

Where it’s made

Castelvetrano, in the Belice valley of western Sicily, Italy.

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FIND YOUR OLIVE

Castelvetrano, Cerignola or Kalamata?

We carry all three. Here's how they compare.

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Castelvetrano

From
Western Sicily, Italy
Looks
Bright green, round
Taste
Mild, buttery, lightly sweet
Texture
Firm and meaty
Best for
Snacking, first-time olive eaters, martinis

Bella di Cerignola

From
Puglia, Italy
Looks
Very large, green
Taste
Mild and fresh
Texture
Big, meaty bite
Best for
A showpiece olive on boards
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Kalamata

From
Greece
Looks
Deep purple, almond-shaped
Taste
Rich, fruity, tangy
Texture
Tender
Best for
Greek salads, puttanesca, tapenade
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Your Castelvetrano questions, answered

What do Castelvetrano olives taste like?

Mild, buttery and lightly sweet, with a firm, meaty bite. They aren't bitter or harsh, which is why people who don't usually like olives often love these.

Are Castelvetrano and Nocellara olives the same thing?

Yes. Castelvetrano olives are the Nocellara del Belice variety. They're named after the town of Castelvetrano in western Sicily, where they're grown.

Do these olives have pits?

Yes, these are whole olives with the pit in. If you'd rather skip the pits, we also sell pitted Castelvetrano olives.

Is there any dye or added color?

No. The ingredients are olives, water, salt, citric acid and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). Nothing is added for color.

Are they vegan and gluten free?

Yes. The jar is labeled vegan, gluten free and non-GMO.

How do I store them after opening?

Keep the olives covered in their brine, close the lid and store the jar in the fridge. Enjoy within about a week of opening.

Can I send it as a gift?

Absolutely. Build an oil & vinegar box or a jam & antipasti collection on our Gifts page, and add a free handwritten note.

What if something arrives damaged?

Glass travels well with us, but if anything arrives broken, contact us with a photo and we’ll make it right.