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Garlic- and basil-infused olive oil rich in monounsaturated fat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Garlic basil olive oil (14 g) has 119 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.9 mg of Vitamin E covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13.5 g
119
KCAL / 13.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 119 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.86 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.27 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 133 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 27 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 265 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 40.5 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 398 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 216 g | 1909 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Garlic basil olive oil is used to dress salads, finish pasta, flavor roasted vegetables, or dip bread. Its savory, herbal flavor works especially well with tomatoes and Mediterranean-style dishes; start with a small drizzle so it does not overpower milder ingredients.
You can make garlic basil olive oil by infusing olive oil with garlic and basil, but do not leave fresh garlic submerged at room temperature. Homemade garlic-in-oil mixtures can support botulism-causing bacteria, so refrigerate the oil and use it promptly rather than treating it like a shelf-stable condiment.
Garlic basil olive oil made at home with fresh garlic should be refrigerated because garlic submerged in oil can create conditions for botulism-causing bacteria. For a commercially bottled product, follow its label, especially the instructions for storage after opening.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil can be used for gentle sautéing or added near the end of cooking. High heat and long cooking can dull the basil and garlic aromas, so it is better for finishing dishes than for deep-frying.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil makes a flavorful bread dip. Pour a little into a dish and add pepper if you like; serve homemade oil containing fresh garlic promptly, and do not leave it sitting out for an extended time.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil works well as a salad dressing, especially with tomato, leafy greens, or mozzarella. Use it on its own or whisk it with vinegar or lemon juice just before serving.
Store homemade garlic basil olive oil made with fresh garlic in the refrigerator, in a clean, closed container, and use it promptly. Do not rely on smell or appearance to rule out botulism risk; refrigeration reduces risk but does not make the oil suitable for long storage.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil can be frozen in small portions for easier use. Thaw only what you need and do not refreeze it. Freezing does not change the safe-handling advice for homemade oil containing fresh garlic.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil can coat vegetables before roasting, though some of its fresh herbal flavor may fade in the oven. For a stronger basil taste, reserve a little and drizzle it over the vegetables after they are cooked.
Yes, garlic basil olive oil can flavor vegetables, tofu, or meat in a marinade. Keep marinating food refrigerated, and discard marinade that has touched raw meat unless you cook it thoroughly before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.94mg · 13% DV
Vitamin K
8.13µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.08mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.27mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.14mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Garlic basil olive oil is olive oil flavoured with garlic and basil, a pairing familiar from Mediterranean cooking. It may be sold ready-made or prepared at home by combining the oil with the herbs and letting their aromas infuse. The result is savoury and fragrant, with pungent garlic balanced by basil’s fresh, leafy notes.
Drizzle it over pasta, salads, grilled vegetables or toasted bread, or use a little to finish soups and fish. Adding it near the end of cooking helps keep the basil aroma lively. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely fat, much of it monounsaturated, with no protein or carbohydrate listed. Since oil is easy to pour generously, measure a small amount when you want flavour without making a dish too rich.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.