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.
Nutrition for 100 g
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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.
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.
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Recipes with Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Fruit & NutsCreamy Squash Soup with Shredded Apples
364 kcal · P 18.6 g · C 68 g · F 4 g
Fish & SeafoodSalmon Skewers over Brown Rice
311 kcal · P 27.9 g · C 31.8 g · F 8.7 g
Chicken & TurkeyAsparagus, Mandarin Orange and Chicken Rice Bowl
454 kcal · P 33.6 g · C 53.2 g · F 11.2 g
Chicken & TurkeyPicadillo with Brown Rice
475 kcal · P 24.5 g · C 64.8 g · F 14.2 g
Chicken & TurkeyChicken and Spanish Rice
440 kcal · P 37 g · C 54.5 g · F 7.3 g
PotatoesPotato Spinach Lasagna
430 kcal · P 18.2 g · C 53.9 g · F 15.7 g
Chicken & TurkeyPasta with Greens, Beans and Chicken
472 kcal · P 33.9 g · C 67.8 g · F 9 g
Beef & PorkBeef Stroganoff
445 kcal · P 32 g · C 59.8 g · F 8.2 g