Calories in Avocado Oil
Nutritional Data & Information
Written by Sky Taylor, Diet Bites
Avocado Oil Calories & Fat Content
One Tablespoon of avocado oil contains 124 calories.
In comparison to olive oil, avocado may be a healthier choice for your daily diet. It contains less saturated fat and more monounsaturated fat [in the form of oleic acid] than olive oil.
Fat Distribution in Avocado Oil Based on 1 Tablespoon
Total fatty acids = 14 g
Saturated fat = 1.6 g [should be limited in daily diet]
Monounsaturated fat = 9.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat = 1.9 g
Avocado Oil, Health Benefits & Uses
* Can be used on the face as a moisturizer and to combat ageing.
* Oleic acid has been shown to reduce inflammation and may even benefit individuals who have genes that are linked to cancer risks.
Avocado Oil, Unique Flavor
This type of oil is much like olive and sesame oils, holding a very unique flavor. My better half is particularly fond of the flavor and enjoys it with Italian bread. He adds a lot of cracked pepper to the oil, then dips the crusty bread into the mix.
Nutrition Facts for Avocado Oil
|
Avocado Oil |
Unit Measures |
1 Tablespoon |
1 Cup |
|
Water |
g
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Calories |
kcal
|
124
|
1927
|
|
Protein |
g
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Total Fat |
g
|
14.00
|
218.00
|
|
Ash |
g
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Carbohydrate |
g
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Fiber, total dietary |
g
|
0.0
|
0.0
|
|
Calcium, Ca |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Iron, Fe |
mg
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Magnesium, Mg |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Phosphorus, P |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Potassium, K |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Sodium, Na |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Zinc, Zn |
mg
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Copper, Cu |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Manganese, Mn |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Selenium, Se |
mcg
|
0.0
|
0.0
|
|
Vitamin C |
mg
|
0.0
|
0.0
|
|
Thiamin |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Riboflavin |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Niacin |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Pantothenic acid |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Vitamin B-6 |
mg
|
0.000
|
0.000
|
|
Folate, total |
mcg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Folic acid |
mcg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Vitamin B-12 |
mcg
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Vitamin A, IU |
IU
|
0
|
0
|
|
Retinol |
mcg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Saturated Fat |
g
|
1.618
|
25.201
|
|
Monounsaturated Fat |
g
|
9.878
|
153.808
|
|
Polyunsaturated |
g
|
1.888
|
29.399
|
Tiny toppings can add spark to your weight loss plan.
A single serving of fat free, sugar free yogurt will knock out that sweet tooth. While dieting, you'll want to add those calories to your body that add the most to your diet plan. Planning is all when it comes to calories. They can either make or break a diet.
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