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Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) Nutrition Facts

Extra-virgin olive oil is composed mainly of monounsaturated oleic acid and also contains variable amounts of phenolic compounds. Adding a modest amount of oil to vegetables can help the body absorb fat-soluble carotenoids and vitamins from the meal.

Calories843

Protein0 g

Carbs0 g

Fat93.7 g

ProteinCarbsFat

Nutrition for 100 g

Calories843 kcal

Protein0 g

Total Fat93.7 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Fiber0 g

Sodium2 mgSodium from a different USDA FoodData Central record than the calories.

Total SugarsNot reported

Source: USDA FoodData Central (calculated from components)

Nutrients

Full nutrient profile

Proximates

Total fat (NLEA)93.7 g

Lipids

Fatty acids, total saturated15.4 g

SFA 14:00.013 g

SFA 15:00.006 g

SFA 16:012.1 g

SFA 17:00.081 g

SFA 18:02.59 g

SFA 20:00.411 g

SFA 21:00.014 g

SFA 22:00.118 g

SFA 24:00.062 g

Fatty acids, total monounsaturated69.2 g

MUFA 16:1 c1.03 g

MUFA 18:1 c67.8 g

MUFA 20:1 c0.276 g

Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated9.07 g

PUFA 18:2 c8.4 g

PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c8.4 g

PUFA 18:3 c0.651 g

PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA)0.651 g

PUFA 20:3 c0 g

PUFA 20:3 n-60 g

Stigmasterol1.02 mg

Campesterol5.68 mg

Brassicasterol0 mg

Beta-sitosterol126 mg

Campestanol0 mg

Beta-sitostanol2.55 mg

Delta-5-avenasterol23.1 mg

Phytosterols, other26.9 mg

Interesting fact

Graded By Its Acid

The top olive oil grade is defined by chemistry, not taste alone: USDA allows U.S. Extra Virgin Olive Oil no more than 0.8 g of free fatty acids per 100 g, and the oil must be pressed out by mechanical or physical means only, with no solvents and no re-esterification.

Source: USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

Practical guidance

How to choose and store Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)

How to choose

Choose oils in well-sealed containers stored away from heat and light.

Storage

Store in a cool, dark place and keep tightly closed; follow the best-by date on the label. After opening, reseal tightly and keep away from heat and light; follow the label.