– In most cooking and baking recipes, olive oil can be used instead of vegetable oil without major changes.
– Olive oil has a stronger taste, so mild or light olive oil works best for neutral recipes.
– Olive oil handles medium to moderately high heat well, making it suitable for sautéing and frying.
– Olive oil works well in cakes, muffins, and breads, especially in savory or citrus-based bakes.
– Olive oil contains healthy fats and antioxidants, making it a better option than refined vegetable oil.
1. You can usually substitute olive oil in a 1:1 ratio for vegetable oil in recipes.