What is Olive Oil? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Olive Oil?

Olive oil is extracted from the fresh olive, which grows on a tree. Many olives are needed in the extraction of the oil. This is done by a mechanical process and sometimes by a chemical process, though the mechanical method is highly preferred. Olive oil is a golden color and changes slightly due to whether it is extra virgin, or first cold pressed. The flavor of olive oil depends on how it was processed. Lower quality oils will taste mild, while high quality olive oils will have a robust flavor that is green, or may have a spicy quality. Extra virgin and first cold pressed or preferred. Olive oil lends a depth of flavor to any savory dish.

What does Olive Oil Taste Like?

Bitter

Harsh, disagreeably acrid taste, like that of aspirin, quinine, wormwood, or aloes. producing one of the four basic taste sensations; not sour, sweet, or salt.

Olive Oil Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon13.5g

Tablespoon Olive Oil

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	120kcal	6%
Fats	14g	51%
Sat. fats	2g	26%
Mono. Fats	10g	65%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

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Pompeian Smooth Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, Mild and Delicate Flavor, Perfect for Sauteing & Stir-Frying, 68 Fl Oz

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Pompeian Light Taste Olive Oil, Subtle Flavor, Perfect for Frying & Baking, Naturally Gluten Free, Non-Allergenic, Non-GMO, 32 FL. OZ.

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Pompeian Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, Full-Bodied Flavor, Perfect for Salad Dressings & Marinades, 101 FL. OZ.

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Graza "Sizzle" Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Peak Harvest Cooking Oil. Single Farm Spanish EVOO. 25.3 FZ (750 ML) Squeeze Bottle

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Amazon Fresh, Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 16.9 Fl Oz

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Pompeian Spanish Bold Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, Strong, Fruity Flavor, Perfect for Dipping and Drizzling, 16 FL. OZ.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Olive Oil?

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Olive Oil?

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Olive Oil?

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil contains 14 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Olive Oil?

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil?

There are 120 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Olive Oil?

There are 1916 calories in 1 Cup of Olive Oil.

How many calories are in 1 Teaspoon of Olive Oil?

There are 40 calories in 1 Teaspoon of Olive Oil.