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Canola margarine

Canola margarine
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Ingredient Information

Name

Canola margarine

Category

Aceites y Grasas

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Canola margarine is a type of margarine made primarily from canola oil, a vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of the canola plant (an improved variety of rapeseed). It is characterized by its creamy texture and mild flavor, making it an ideal ingredient for spreading, cooking, and preparing various recipes for baking and everyday cooking.

The cultivation of canola originated in Canada, where it was developed in the 1970s from rapeseed varieties to obtain a healthy oil low in erucic acid. Since then, its production has spread to other regions, making it a major source of vegetable oil worldwide.

Regarding its properties, canola margarine is valued for its low content of saturated fats and its high content of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, including omega-3. This makes it a healthier option compared to other traditional margarines or butters, promoting cardiovascular health. Additionally, it is often enriched with vitamins A and D.

In different Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America, canola margarine may be found under different names or synonyms, although it is generally simply called canola margarine. In some places, it is common to refer to it as "vegetable canola margarine" or simply "vegetable margarine" when referring to margarines made with healthy vegetable oils like canola.

In summary, canola margarine is a versatile and healthy ingredient in the kitchen, ideal for preparing everything from breads and desserts to sautés and other recipes that require a fat source with a good nutritional profile.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
0mcg
folate
0mg
potassium
0g
sugars
717
calories
0mcg
lycopene
0g
proteins
0mg
cholesterol
0mg
vitamin c
0g
trans fats
81g
total fats
6g
saturated fats
0g
carbohydrates
56g
monounsaturated fats
15g
polyunsaturated fats

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