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Sesame oil

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Common questions

Is Sesame oil healthy?

Sesame oil scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sesame oil is organic and expeller pressed, which means it avoids chemical solvents and retains more natural nutrients.

How processed is Sesame oil?

Sesame oil is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Sesame oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Expeller Pressed Unrefined Sesame Seed Oil, Sesame count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sesame oil

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78 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Sprouts Farmers Market
Category Cooking Oils
Summary

This sesame oil is organic and expeller pressed, which means it avoids chemical solvents and retains more natural nutrients. However, as a seed oil, it is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation if consumed excessively. Despite being unrefined and organic, the inherent nature of seed oils results in a moderate processing level and a balanced score.

Key ingredients 2

Organic Expeller Pressed Unrefined Sesame Seed Oil
Good

This oil is extracted using a natural process without refining, preserving its nutritional qualities and flavor, making it a wholesome choice for cooking.

Sesame
Good

Sesame seeds are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, contributing positively to a balanced diet.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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