lard or extra virgin olive oil: Which has fewer calories?

Q: lard or extra virgin olive oil: Which has fewer calories?

extra virgin olive oil: 884 vs 902 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). Sautéing in olive oil instead of lard swaps saturated fat for monounsaturated. Calories are similar — the gain is the type of fat, not the count.

better fat

Swap lard
for extra virgin olive oil

Sautéing in olive oil instead of lard swaps saturated fat for monounsaturated. Calories are similar — the gain is the type of fat, not the count.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01lard902 kcal/100g

02extra virgin olive oil884 kcal/100g

per 100 g	lard	extra virgin olive oil	difference
Calories	902	884	−18
Protein	0g	0g	=
Carbs	0g	0g	=
Fiber	0g	0g	=
Sugar	0g	0g	=
Fat●	100g	100g	=

source: USDA · TACO

What changes in flavor and texture

lardextra virgin olive oil

Flavor

Saltiness

Acidity

Umami

Richness

Texture

Creaminess

Crispiness

See the ingredient: lard See the ingredient: extra virgin olive oil

Where to make this swap

Classics that use the original ingredient — clone any one and make the swap in your version.

DessertClassic American apple pie (double crust)

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