Food comparison

Canola Oil vs Peanut Oil

Compared on one consistent basis: per 100 g, from USDA data behind each food page.

Canola Oil vs Peanut Oil: nutrition per 100 g

Per 100 gCanola OilPeanut Oil
Calories884 kcal884 kcal
Protein0 g0 g
Carbohydrate0 g0 g
Fat94.5 g93.4 g
Fibre0 g0 g
AllergensNone listedPeanuts
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g
NutrientCanola OilPeanut Oil
Choline, total0.2 mg0.1 mg
Iron, Fe0 mg0.03 mg
Zinc, Zn0 mg0.01 mg
How they differ

These foods are nutritionally similar per 100 g — the practical difference is more about form, taste and how they fit your day than the macros.

Bottom line

Nutritionally these are close. Peanut oil is more monounsaturated and has a higher smoke point, which suits deep frying; canola has more omega-3 ALA. Refined peanut oil is generally considered safe for people with peanut allergy, but check with a clinician.

For everyday cooking, current guidelines favor oils low in saturated fat and rich in unsaturated fat; choose by smoke point and flavor within that group. All cooking oils are about 120 kcal per tablespoon, so portion matters more than brand.

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Values are per 100 g from the USDA FoodData Central records behind each food page and are rounded; brands and preparation change the numbers. This comparison is educational, not medical advice.