Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Avocado oil vs olive oil: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: avocado oil scores 11/100 and olive oil 13/100, so pick by your goal. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Avocado oil

11/100Low nutrient density

884 kcal per 100 g. 1 tbsp: 14 g

Olive oil

13/100Low nutrient density

884 kcal per 100 g. 1 tbsp: 14 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even884 vs 884 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinAbout even0 vs 0 g per 100 g
  • More fiberAbout even0 vs 0 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarAbout even0 vs 0 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumOlive oil0 vs 1 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAvocado oil12 vs 14 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientAvocado oil, 100 gOlive oil, 100 gAvocado oil, 14 gOlive oil, 14 g
Calories884 kcal884 kcal124 kcal119 kcal
Protein0 g0 g0 g0 g
Carbohydrates0 g0 g0 g0 g
Sugars0 g0 g0 g0 g
Fiber0 g0 g0 g0 g
Fat100 g100 g14 g14 g
Saturated fat12 g14 g1.6 g1.9 g
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg
Vitamin A0 µg0 µg0 µg0 µg
Potassium0 mg1 mg0 mg0.1 mg
Iron0 mg0.6 mg0 mg<0.1 mg
Calcium0 mg1 mg0 mg0.1 mg
Magnesium0 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg
Sodium0 mg2 mg0 mg0.3 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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