Safflower · Carthamus tinctorius
Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
Herbs And SpicesDietary labels are inferred automatically from Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)'s food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Fair nutrient density 12/100
How many beneficial nutrients Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
100% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 100%100.0 g per serving
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Protein 0%0.0 g per serving
What Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 75.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 96.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 12,724.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 93.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 4,860.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 1,915.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 384.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 289.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 95.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 74,837.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 288.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 12,724.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 96.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.0 g | |
| Histidine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 0.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 34.1 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 7.1 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.0 mg | |
| Choline | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 0.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 0.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 0.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.0 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | 444.0 mg | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.0 g | — |
About Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a thistle-like annual plant with bright orange-yellow flowers, grown for thousands of years for its oil, its seeds, and its golden petals. Safflower oil, pressed from the seeds, is a light, neutral-tasting cooking oil rich in unsaturated fats and vitamin E, with a high smoke point that makes it well suited to frying, sauteing, and salad dressings. The dried petals are sometimes used as an affordable natural coloring and a stand-in for true saffron, though their flavor is much milder.
Safflower seeds are also enjoyed as birdseed and roasted as a snack. The plant is valued for being drought-tolerant and easy to grow in dry climates, which has made it an important crop in many arid regions. Keep safflower oil tightly sealed in a cool, dark place to protect its delicate fats from going rancid, and store the seeds the same way.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)?
There are 883 calories in 100 g of Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce), or about 1,925 calories in 1 cup (218 g).
How much protein is in Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)?
Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) contains 0.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)?
Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce)?
Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) provides 100.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) a good source of?
Oil, safflower, salad or cooking, high oleic (primary safflower oil of commerce) is an excellent source of Vitamin E (227% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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