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Truffle Oil Calories
Aromatic, high fat, gourmet
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Truffle Oil (14 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 900 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.
Truffle Oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13.5 g
122
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%
Truffle Oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 122 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.89 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.14 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 Truffle Oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 135 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 27 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 900 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 900 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 250 g | 2250 kcal |
Calculated from 900 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Truffle Oil
What does Truffle Oil taste like?
Truffle Oil has a strong, earthy, savory aroma that can seem garlicky or musky. Its flavor varies with the truffle type, the base oil and the flavoring used, so products can taste quite different from one another.
What is Truffle Oil used for?
Truffle Oil is mainly used as a finishing condiment: drizzle a little over pasta, risotto, eggs, fries or soup just before serving. Its assertive aroma can overwhelm mild dishes, so start with a small amount.
Does Truffle Oil contain real truffles?
Not always. Some Truffle Oil contains pieces of truffle or flavor extracted from truffles, while other products rely on added flavorings and contain no truffle. Check the ingredient list rather than assuming the name guarantees real truffles.
Can you cook with Truffle Oil?
Yes, but prolonged high heat can dull its aroma. Truffle Oil is usually better added after cooking than used as a frying oil; this keeps more of its distinctive smell and flavor in the finished dish.
What is the difference between white and black Truffle Oil?
White Truffle Oil is often sharper and more garlicky, while black Truffle Oil tends to have a deeper, earthier profile. The distinction is not absolute because the base oil and added flavorings also shape the taste.
Why is Truffle Oil so expensive?
Real truffles are scarce and difficult to harvest, which can make oils containing them costly. However, many products are flavored without substantial real truffle, so a high price alone does not prove what is inside.
Is Truffle Oil healthy?
Truffle Oil is primarily a flavored oil, not a special health food. A small drizzle can add aroma to a dish, but using a lot adds substantial oil; its truffle flavor does not change that basic point.
Can you make Truffle Oil at home?
Yes, you can infuse oil with fresh truffle, but fresh mushrooms add moisture and the homemade mixture should not be kept at room temperature for long. Refrigerate it and use it promptly rather than treating it like a shelf-stable bottle.
Does Truffle Oil need to be refrigerated?
Follow the storage directions on the bottle, since products differ. If the label gives no refrigeration instruction, keep Truffle Oil tightly closed in a cool, dark place; heat and light can weaken its aroma and affect the oil's quality.
Can you use Truffle Oil as a substitute for fresh truffles?
Not fully. Truffle Oil gives food a concentrated truffle-like aroma, but it does not reproduce the texture or the layered flavor of freshly shaved truffle. Use it as a finishing condiment when fresh truffles are unavailable, not as an exact replacement.
Truffle Oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.89mg · 13% DV
Vitamin K
8.1µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
0.07mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.14mg · 0% DV
Truffle Oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Truffle Oil
To burn the 122 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Truffle Oil?
Truffle Oil is a finishing oil made by infusing a base oil with truffles or flavouring it with truffle aroma; the ingredients and method vary by product. It is associated especially with Italian and French cooking, where a little is used to lend dishes a distinctive earthy fragrance.
Its aroma is potent, so it is usually drizzled over food just before serving rather than used for frying. Try it on pasta, eggs, mushrooms or roasted potatoes, or add a few drops to a simple soup. In the UK, US and elsewhere, it is often used as a restaurant-style finishing touch at home. It is almost entirely fat and therefore energy-dense; start with a small amount so it complements rather than overwhelms the dish.
How Nutritious Is Truffle 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 Truffle 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 Truffle Oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Truffle Oil 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
Truffle Oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.49g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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