Oil

Oil is a broad ingredient category consisting mainly of fats extracted from plants, seeds, nuts, fruits, or animal sources. Its nutritional profile varies widely by type, so the term alone is nonspecific.

Beneficial properties

energy-dense source of dietary fat supports absorption of fat-soluble vitamins varies by fatty acid profile

Nutritional highlights

Oils primarily provide fat, with varying amounts of monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, or saturated fatty acids and small amounts of vitamin E or vitamin K in some types.