Olive oil

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Common questions

Is Olive oil healthy?

Olive oil scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is primarily composed of extra virgin olive oil, which is a high-quality monounsaturated fat known for its heart health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties.

How processed is Olive oil?

Olive oil is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Olive oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Extra virgin olive oil, Cayenne Chilis, Essential Oil of Garlic count in its favor; Natural Flavors is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Olive oil

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85 Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Cooking Oils
Summary

This product is primarily composed of extra virgin olive oil, which is a high-quality monounsaturated fat known for its heart health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties. The inclusion of beneficial ingredients like black pepper oil, cayenne chilis, and essential oil of garlic adds to its nutritional profile. However, the presence of 'natural flavors' introduces a level of processing and lack of transparency that slightly detracts from its overall score.

Key ingredients 6

Extra virgin olive oil
Very Good

Extra virgin olive oil is known for its high-quality extraction process, preserving beneficial antioxidants and healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health.

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Cayenne Chilis
Good

Cayenne Chilis contain capsaicin, which may boost metabolism and add a spicy kick to dishes, making them a flavorful and beneficial ingredient.

Essential Oil of Garlic
Good

Essential Oil of Garlic provides a natural flavor boost and contains compounds that are associated with immune support and antioxidant properties.

Black Truffles
Good

Black Truffles add a rich, earthy flavor and are valued for their unique aroma, making the product more gourmet and flavorful.

Black Pepper Oil
Neutral

Black Pepper Oil adds a subtle flavor and aroma, enhancing culinary experience without significant health impact.

Natural Flavors
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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