🥒 What They Are
Great Value Dill Pickle Spears are jarred dill pickles made from cucumbers in a tangy vinegar brine. They’re sold in a 24 fl oz jar (about 16 servings) and known for being a budget-friendly, classic dill pickle option.
🧾 Typical Ingredients
Common ingredients include:
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Cucumbers
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Water
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Vinegar
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Salt
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Calcium chloride (firming agent)
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Sodium benzoate (preservative)
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Natural flavors
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Polysorbate 80
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Turmeric (for color)
These pickles are often labeled kosher dill, have no certified synthetic colors, and contain no added sugars.
🧮 Nutrition (per ~1 oz / ~28 g serving)
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Calories: ~0–5 kcal
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Fat: 0 g
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Protein: 0 g
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Carbohydrates: ~0.5–1 g
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Sugars: 0 g
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Sodium: ~260–280 mg (about 8–11% DV)
They’re very low in calories and macros, but higher in sodium because of the pickling brine — something to keep in mind if you’re watching sodium intake.
🍽️ How People Use Them
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Eaten straight from the jar as a snack
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Served alongside sandwiches or burgers
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Chopped into salads or relish
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Added to snack boards or picnic spreads
🧠 Tips
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Pickles contain mostly water and salt, so while they’re low in calories, they aren’t a significant source of vitamins or fiber.
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If you want probiotic benefits, look for fermented pickles (not all commercial ones are fermented).
If you want, I can share ways to use pickle spears in recipes like dips, burgers, or cocktails!