extra-virgin
adjective
ex·tra-vir·gin
ˈek-strə-ˈvər-jən 
: being a virgin olive oil that is lowest in acidity and highest in quality
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However, research suggests that unrefined extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) is quite stable and safe to cook with.
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Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 27 Oct. 2025
The Bottom Line Based on scientific research and expert consensus, extra-virgin olive oil is the healthiest oil for your heart.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Oct. 2025
The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved top to bottom 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
Salt to taste
1/4 cup smoked almonds, chopped
1.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
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Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 27 Oct. 2025
The Bottom Line Based on scientific research and expert consensus, extra-virgin olive oil is the healthiest oil for your heart.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Oct. 2025
The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved top to bottom 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
Salt to taste
1/4 cup smoked almonds, chopped
1.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
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“Extra-virgin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extra-virgin. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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