Ingredient swap
Olive Oil vs Vegetable Shortening
Olive Oil has 0 g protein and 884 calories per 100 g; vegetable shortening has 0 g and 884. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of olive oil (216 g) ≈ 1 cup of vegetable shortening.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Olive Oil | Vegetable Shortening |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 884 | 884 |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 100 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 2 mgbetter | 4 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 216 g | 205 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use vegetable shortening instead of olive oil?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of olive oil (216 g) ≈ 1 cup of vegetable shortening.
Which has more protein?
Olive Oil, with 0 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Olive Oil, with 884 calories per 100 g.