5 Reasons Why You Should Use Olive Oil
5 Reasons Why You Should Use Olive Oil is a easy Mediterranean recipe that serves 1. 280 calories per serving. Recipe by The Yoga Institute on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 2 min | Total: 12 min
Cost: $1.05 total, $1.05 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (use high‑quality extra virgin olive oil for maximum polyphenols)
- 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice (prefer freshly squeezed for best vitamin C content)
- 1 cup Warm Milk (optional; use whole or low‑fat milk, warmed to about 40°C)
Instructions
Warm the Milk (if using)
Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat gently over low heat until it reaches a comfortable warm temperature (about 40°C). Do not boil.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 40°C
Measure Olive Oil
Using a measuring spoon, measure 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and set aside.
Time: PT1M
Combine Orange Juice and Olive Oil
Pour 1 cup of fresh orange juice into the glass jar, then add the measured olive oil. Stir briskly for 30 seconds until the mixture looks slightly emulsified.
Time: PT1M
Add Warm Milk (optional) and Serve
If you chose to include milk, pour the warm milk into the jar, give it another quick stir, and drink immediately.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: 40°C
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 14 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Keto‑Friendly (omit milk), Paleo‑Friendly (omit milk)
Allergens: Milk
Last updated: March 13, 2026








