Canola oil
About the ingredient canola oil. Including 647 recipes with canola oil, nutrition data, where it's found, and video.
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What is canola oil?
Canola oil is low in saturated fat, is high in monounsaturated fat, and has a beneficial omega-3 fatty acid profile. The Canola Council of Canada states that it is completely safe and is the "healthiest" of all commonly used cooking oils.
It has well established heart health benefits and is recognized by many health professional organizations including the American Dietetic Association, and American Heart Association, among others.
Canola oil has been authorized a qualified health claim from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration based on its ability to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease due to its unsaturated fat content.
There are a number of more recent studies that raise questions about the healthfulness of of any product (such as canola oil) due to the high ratio of Omega-6 vs Omega-3 fatty acids.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 tablespoon (13g)Where found
Canola oil is usually found in the oils section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Canola oil is a member of the Fats and Oils US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does canola oil weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 13 grams |
| 1 teaspoon | 4 grams |
| 1 cup | 218 grams |
Related
Fats and Oils
| In Chinese: | 菜籽油 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | huile de canola | |
| en español: | aceite de canola |
Recipes using canola oil
There are 647 recipes that contain this ingredient.
One Bowl Chocolate Cake
This easy-to-make chocolate cake is dark, moist, rich—and only dirties one bowl! Simple “from scratch” recipe gives you a home-baked cake with healthful canola oil and whole-wheat flour.
Low-Fat Brownies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this scrumptious low-fat snack which is perfect for dessert.
Banana Chocolate Whole Wheat Bread
This banana bread satisfy your sweet tooth and the chocolate cravings at the same time.
Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies (Healthier Version)
Enjoy these delicious peanut butter cookies without feeling guilty, and these cookies are actually good for you.
Date Squares (Healthier Version)
Make the traditional date squares healthier by using some whole wheat flour, canola oil and applesauce. Super moist and tasty, great to enjoy at any time.
Buttermilk Whole Grain Pancakes
Get a powerful start to the day with these delicious and nutritious pancakes.
Garlic-Lemon Corn Cob
Quick, easy and inexpensive, fresh and sweet seasonal corn, cooked with garlic and lemon juice, a scrumptious summer dish!
