107 kcal P 22.5g C 0g F 1.93g
🫒 Fats and Oils
Calories in Oil, soybean
The most consumed cooking oil in America is hiding in nearly every processed food label under the word 'vegetable oil.'
884 kcal
What makes oil so powerful?
In the 1930s, Henry Ford became so obsessed with soybeans that he built a dedicated soybean laboratory in Dearborn, Michigan, and once served a full soybean-based meal to reporters — including soybean milk, soybean bread, and even a soybean-based margarine. Ford used soybean oil in automobile enamel paints because it produced a harder, more durable finish than petroleum-based alternatives, and he even fabricated prototype car body panels from soy-based plastics. His enthusiasm helped jump-start the American soybean industry, which today produces over 4 billion bushels annually. Chemically, refined soybean oil is roughly 51% linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid), about 8% alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3), and 23% oleic acid. Its high polyunsaturated content makes it liquid at room temperature but also more prone to oxidation than oils higher in monounsaturates. The refining process — degumming, neutralizing, bleaching, and deodorizing — strips out proteins that trigger soy allergies, which is why the FDA exempts highly refined soybean oil from major allergen labeling requirements.
High smoke point
Refined soybean oil tolerates temperatures up to about 450°F, making it suitable for deep-frying and high-heat stir-frying.
Omega-6 dominant
Over half its fatty acid content is linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 fat that most Western diets already consume in excess.
Allergen-exempt when refined
The high-heat refining process removes virtually all soy proteins, so highly refined soybean oil is exempt from allergen labeling in the US.
💡 When & how to use it
Use refined soybean oil for neutral-flavored high-heat cooking such as stir-frying, pan-frying, or deep-frying where you don't want the oil to compete with other flavors. Store it in a cool, dark cabinet away from heat; its high polyunsaturated fat content means it oxidizes faster than olive or avocado oil, so buy in smaller quantities and use within a few months of opening. It works well as a base for vinaigrettes when blended with a more flavorful oil like extra-virgin olive oil, since on its own it contributes almost no taste.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
884 kcal
P 0g C 0g F 100g
100 milliliter (91.3g)
807 kcal
P 0g C 0g F 91.3g
200g
1768 kcal
P 0g C 0g F 200g
50g
442 kcal
P 0g C 0g F 50g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 884
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 100g 128%
Saturated Fat 14.9g 75%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Protein 0g 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Oil fit your daily goals?
177 min
Walking to burn 884 kcal
44%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
0g
protein (0% of daily 50g)
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servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Oil, soybean?
Oil, soybean contains 884 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 100 milliliter (91.3g) provides 807 calories. It is relatively calorie-dense, so portion control is important.
How much protein does Oil, soybean have?
Oil, soybean provides 0g of protein per 100g, which is 0% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.
How many carbs are in Oil, soybean?
Oil, soybean contains 0g of carbohydrates per 100g .
Is Oil, soybean good for weight loss?
Oil, soybean has 884 kcal per 100g, so portions need to be monitored on a weight-loss diet. Use CalRay to track your intake accurately.
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