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Low oil Calories
Low fat content, light calories, suitable for cooking and salads
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Low oil (13 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Low oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13 g
47
KCAL / 13G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% 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%
Low oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (13 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.13 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Low oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 26 g | 94 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 792 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 1800 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 3600 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Low oil
What is low oil used for?
Low oil is a fat-category product listed for cooking and salads. The name does not mean it is oil-free; use the nutrition information on the page to understand its composition.
Can low oil be used for frying?
Low oil can be used for pan-frying, but deep-frying requires enough oil to fully submerge the food. Follow the package guidance for high-heat use if it is available.
Can low oil replace butter in cooking?
Low oil can replace butter in some savoury dishes, but it will not provide butter’s distinctive flavour or behave identically in baking. The result may change in recipes where butter provides structure.
Can low oil be used in salad dressing?
Yes, low oil can be used in salad dressing. Whisk it with lemon juice or vinegar, then add herbs and seasoning; toss the dressing through the salad shortly before serving.
How do you cook vegetables with low oil?
Add low oil to a pan before cooking the vegetables, then stir so it coats them evenly. You can also roast vegetables after lightly coating them, rather than pouring oil over the tray.
Does low oil stop food from sticking to a pan?
Low oil can help reduce sticking when it coats the cooking surface, but it cannot guarantee that food will not stick. A properly heated non-stick or well-seasoned pan also helps.
Does low oil change the texture of food?
Yes, using low oil can change food’s texture because oil helps create browning and a richer mouthfeel. For flavour and crispness, season well and avoid overcrowding the pan or baking tray.
How should low oil be stored after opening?
Keep low oil tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and the stove. Follow the package’s storage directions after opening, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Can low oil be used for baking?
Low oil can be used to grease a baking tin or in some recipes that call for oil. It may not work as a direct butter substitute in pastries where butter provides structure.
Low oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.52mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
1.3µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.13mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.13mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.13mg · 0% DV
Low oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Low oil
To burn the 47 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (13 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Low oil?
Low oil is an oil-based cooking product with a reduced fat content, intended for uses such as cooking and dressing salads. It serves a similar kitchen role to cooking oil, adding richness and helping ingredients cook, rather than being a dish tied to one particular region.
Its flavour and texture can vary by product. Use it to sauté vegetables, in baked dishes or in a simple salad dressing with lemon and herbs. It can suit anyone looking for a lighter alternative in everyday cooking; measure it according to the recipe, since even reduced-fat oil contributes fat and calories.
How Nutritious Is Low oil?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Low oil Processed?
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.
Does Low oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Low oil Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Low oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.