Olive is a fruit obtained from the olive tree. This fruit belongs to the Oleaceae family and has been consumed in different parts of the world since ancient times. Olives are consumed in different ways, including as a food ingredient in foods, as olive oil, which is one of the main and widely used oils in healthy foods, and even as food garnishes and preservatives. Nutritionally, olives are a good source of polyunsaturated fats and other nutrients such as antioxidants.
Olives have green or purple skin and usually have one stone. This versatile fruit is used fresh, pickled, or eaten as olive oil. Olive is known as one of the agricultural products that are produced in areas with hot and dry climate. But as a type of small fruit with a wide variety in color, taste, and uses, olive can be considered one of the important cultural and food symbols of many countries. In some cultures, olive is a symbol of peace, stability, and wealth and has a special place in various rituals and customs.
