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Sunflower oil (spray) Calories
Convenient cooking oil, rich in polyunsaturated fats, used in small amounts
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sunflower oil (spray) (14 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.6 mg of Vitamin E covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sunflower oil (spray) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13.6 g
120
KCAL / 13.6G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.6g
· 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%
Sunflower oil (spray) nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.6 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.6 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 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 Sunflower oil (spray)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.6 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 1 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thick) | 15 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 177 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 27 g | 239 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunflower oil (spray)
What is sunflower oil spray made of?
Sunflower oil spray contains sunflower oil, and some products also use propellants or other ingredients to make spraying possible. The exact formula varies by product, so the ingredient list tells you whether it is oil alone or a blend.
Is sunflower oil spray flammable?
Yes, aerosol sunflower oil spray can be flammable. Keep the can away from open flames, hot burners, and other ignition sources, and never spray it toward a flame or a very hot surface.
Can you use sunflower oil spray in an air fryer?
Yes, sunflower oil spray can lightly coat food or an air-fryer basket when the appliance instructions allow it. Avoid spraying into a running or hot air fryer, and check the appliance guidance before coating nonstick surfaces.
Can sunflower oil spray replace regular sunflower oil in recipes?
Sometimes: sunflower oil spray works for lightly coating pans and food, but it is not a direct substitute when a recipe needs a measured amount of oil mixed into the batter or sauce. Use liquid oil for those recipes.
Why does sunflower oil spray stick to nonstick pans?
Sunflower oil spray can leave a sticky film on nonstick pans when repeated layers build up or the oil overheats. Clean the pan according to its care instructions, and avoid spraying it while the pan is hot.
Can you use sunflower oil spray for baking?
Yes, sunflower oil spray can coat baking pans to help release cakes, muffins, or roasted vegetables. It does not replace butter or oil mixed into a recipe, and a very light, even coating is usually sufficient.
Can you use sunflower oil spray for deep frying?
No, sunflower oil spray is not a practical choice for deep frying because it applies only a thin coating rather than enough oil to immerse food. Use an appropriate quantity of liquid frying oil instead.
Does sunflower oil spray work on a grill?
Sunflower oil spray can help coat food or a cool grill grate, but spraying near an open flame can cause a flare-up. Apply it away from the flame and follow the grill manufacturer's instructions.
How do you stop sunflower oil spray from clogging?
To reduce clogging, store sunflower oil spray as directed and clear the nozzle only in the way the product label permits. Do not heat, puncture, or force open the pressurized can to fix a blocked spray.
Does sunflower oil spray have the same taste as bottled sunflower oil?
Usually, sunflower oil spray has a similarly mild taste because its main oil is sunflower oil. Added ingredients or the amount applied can affect the result, so check the product ingredients if flavor or additives matter to you.
Sunflower oil (spray) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
5.59mg · 37% DV
Vitamin K
0.73µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Sunflower oil (spray) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sunflower oil (spray)
To burn the 120 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.6 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 Sunflower oil (spray)?
Sunflower oil (spray) is sunflower-seed oil in a pressurised or pump-style container, designed to coat a pan or ingredients with a fine mist. Sunflowers originated in North America, while their oil is now a familiar cooking ingredient around the world.
Its flavour is mild, so it suits eggs, vegetables, fish and meat without overpowering them. Spray a little onto a pan before sautéing, or over vegetables before roasting or air-frying; it is also handy for greasing baking tins. Like other cooking oils, it is entirely fat and provides polyunsaturated fats. The spray format makes it easier to use a light coating, which can be useful when you want to limit added oil while still preventing food from sticking.
How Nutritious Is Sunflower oil (spray)?
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 Sunflower oil (spray) 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 Sunflower oil (spray) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sunflower oil (spray) Good For?
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
Sunflower oil (spray) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 894:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (894:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.