I can’t afford olive oil. What else can I use?

If you buy your olive oil in bulk, you've likely been in for a shock in recent weeks. Including olive oil in your diet can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and improve heart health through more favorable blood pressure, inflammation and cholesterol levels. If stored this way, olive oil can typically last 12–18 months using a spray – sprays distribute oil more evenly than pourers, using less olive oil overall. Here are some alternatives and cooking techniques: use alternatives for baking – unless you are making an olive oil cake, if your recipe calls for a large quantity of oil, try using an alternative such as apple sauce, Greek yoghurt or mashed banana use non-stick cookware – using high-quality, non-stick pots and pans reduces the need for oil when cooking, or means you don't need oil at all steam instead – steam vegetables, fish and poultry to retain nutrients and moisture without adding oil bake or roast – potatoes, vegetables or chicken can be baked or roasted rather than fried. You can still achieve crispy textures without needing excessive oil grill – the natural fats in meat and vegetables can help keep ingredients moist, without using oil use stock – instead of sautéing vegetables in oil, try using vegetable broth or stock to add flavour try vinegar or citrus – use vinegar or citrus juice to add flavour to salads, marinades and sauces without relying on oil use natural moisture – use the natural moisture in ingredients such as tomatoes, onions and mushrooms to cook dishes without adding extra oil.