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Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil Organic
Cooking & Baking
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Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil Organic

Nutiva
15 foz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil Organic sits comfortably in the natural foods and oils aisle of a supermarket, often shelved near olive and avocado oils, specialty cooking fats, and other coconut products like shredded coconut and coconut milk. You might also spot it in an organic or bulk section where shoppers compare plant-based pantry staples. This jar appeals to shoppers stocking up for weekend brunches, holiday baking, or meal‑prep sessions that call for a vegan butter substitute or high‑heat cooking fat. The brand leans into eco‑minded, wellness‑oriented positioning: Nutiva markets itself to health-conscious, plant‑forward consumers who value organic, non‑GMO, and vegan labels and who are likely to be millennials, parents seeking healthier ingredients, or home cooks experimenting with alternative fats. The label wears its health halos openly — “Organic,” “Virgin,” “Cold‑Pressed,” and “Unrefined” are prominent, along with non‑GMO and vegan cues and recyclable packaging claims. Visual design emphasizes natural imagery and a clean, artisanal look rather than child‑targeted or sugary branding. In processing context, this product is a single‑ingredient, cold‑pressed, unrefined oil: it’s a processed culinary ingredient made by extracting oil from dried coconut meat without refining. Sensory details are straightforward — solid and creamy at room‑to‑cool pantry temperatures, it softens or melts to a clear, slightly sweet coconut oil with a mild coconut aroma and light taste. The recyclable jar invites ritual: spooning a tablespoon into a skillet for sautéing, stirring a scoop into hot porridge, swapping it into baked goods, or scooping for at‑home beauty uses. It reads as a versatile, pantry‑first item for cooks seeking whole‑ingredient alternatives to butter and industrial fats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 30
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat13g65%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Unrefined, Cold-Pressed, Virgin, Coconut, Oil..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:2 / 4

Processed Ingredients

Why this score?

This is a single‑ingredient, cold‑pressed, unrefined culinary oil — classified as a processed culinary ingredient (NOVA 2) because it is extracted from raw coconut for cooking rather than being a whole food or an industrial ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil Organic

Nutiva coconut oil can be a healthy addition to your cooking, especially since it’s organic and unrefined. It’s high in saturated fats, which can be a bit of a double-edged sword — they can raise your cholesterol levels, but they can also provide a quick source of energy. Just remember, like with anything, moderation is key!

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