Pescatarian Fats & Oils Guide
23 items classified under standard Pescatarian guidelines.
This guide covers all 23 fats & oils classified under Pescatarian guidelines. Pescatarian evaluates foods primarily by whether the food is from a land animal, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Avocado Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Butter | Allowed | 717kcal |
| Canola Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Coconut Oil | Allowed | 895kcal |
| Flaxseed Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Ghee | Allowed | 876kcal |
| Grapeseed Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Heavy Cream | Allowed | 340kcal |
| Margarine | Allowed | 579kcal |
| MCT Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Olive Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Palm Oil | Allowed | 134kcal |
| Peanut Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Safflower Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Sesame Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Sunflower Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Vegetable Oil | Allowed | 862kcal |
| Walnut Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Cooking Spray | Limited | 792kcal |
| Shortening | Limited | 884kcal |
| Beef Tallow | Not Allowed | 198kcal |
| Duck Fat | Not Allowed | 136kcal |
| Lard | Not Allowed | 902kcal |
Classification Breakdown
18 Allowed — These fats & oils are a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). 2 Limited — These items have usually fine but sometimes prepared with land-animal ingredients. 3 Not Allowed — These are meat or poultry from a land animal.
Pescatarian includes all fish and seafood but excludes meat from land animals.
Allowed Fats & Oils (18)
Avocado Oil
AllowedWith 884kcal calories per 100g, Avocado Oil earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, avocado oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Ghee and Flaxseed Oil for calories, ranking 10 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Butter
AllowedButter is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 717kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 81.1g fat and 643mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Margarine and Cooking Spray for calories, ranking 6 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salted | 717kcal | 0.9g | 81.1g | 0.1g | 0g |
| Unsalted | 717kcal | 0.9g | 81.1g | 0.1g | 0g |
Canola Oil
AllowedAt 900kcal calories per 100g, Canola Oil falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, canola oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Oil at 895kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Oil
AllowedCoconut Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 895kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Shortening and Canola Oil for calories, ranking 17 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin (unrefined) | 892kcal | 0g | 99.1g | 0g | 0g |
| MCT Oil | 862kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
Flaxseed Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, Flaxseed Oil falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Avocado Oil and Grapeseed Oil for calories, ranking 11 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ghee
AllowedGhee is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 876kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Vegetable Oil and Avocado Oil for calories, ranking 9 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Grapeseed Oil
AllowedWith 884kcal calories per 100g, Grapeseed Oil earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, grapeseed oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flaxseed Oil and MCT Oil for calories, ranking 12 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Heavy Cream
AllowedWith 340kcal calories per 100g, Heavy Cream earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, heavy cream also provides 36.1g fat per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, heavy cream sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Margarine at 579kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Cream | 340kcal | 2.8g | 36.1g | 2.8g | 0g |
| Light Cream | 195kcal | 3g | 19.1g | 3.7g | 0g |
Margarine
AllowedWith 579kcal calories per 100g, Margarine earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 65g fat and 694mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 23 items in this category, margarine sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Butter at 717kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
MCT Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, MCT Oil falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, mct oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Grapeseed Oil and Sesame Oil for calories, ranking 13 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Olive Oil
AllowedOlive Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 900kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Canola Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Virgin | 884kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
| Light/Refined | 884kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
Palm Oil
AllowedPalm Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 134kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Among the 23 items in this category, palm oil sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Duck Fat at 136kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peanut Oil
AllowedAt 900kcal calories per 100g, Peanut Oil falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Olive Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Safflower Oil
AllowedSafflower Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 900kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Peanut Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sesame Oil
AllowedWith 884kcal calories per 100g, Sesame Oil earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between MCT Oil and Walnut Oil for calories, ranking 14 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sunflower Oil
AllowedSunflower Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 900kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Safflower Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Vegetable Oil
AllowedWith 862kcal calories per 100g, Vegetable Oil earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cooking Spray and Ghee for calories, ranking 8 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Walnut Oil
AllowedWalnut Oil is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 884kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sesame Oil and Shortening for calories, ranking 15 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Limited Fats & Oils (2)
Cooking Spray
LimitedAt 792kcal calories per 100g, Cooking Spray falls into the Limited category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is usually fine but sometimes prepared with land-animal ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 78.7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Butter and Vegetable Oil for calories, ranking 7 of 23. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Shortening
LimitedShortening is classified as Limited on Pescatarian, with 884kcal calories per 100g. This means it is usually fine but sometimes prepared with land-animal ingredients. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Walnut Oil and Coconut Oil for calories, ranking 16 of 23. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Not Allowed Fats & Oils (3)
Beef Tallow
Not AllowedWith 198kcal calories per 100g, Beef Tallow earns a Not Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is meat or poultry from a land animal. Beyond the primary classification, beef tallow also provides 14.7g protein and 14.9g fat per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, beef tallow sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Heavy Cream at 340kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Duck Fat
Not AllowedWith 136kcal calories per 100g, Duck Fat earns a Not Allowed classification on Pescatarian. This means it is meat or poultry from a land animal. It also contains 18.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 23 items in this category, duck fat sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Beef Tallow at 198kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lard
Not AllowedWith 902kcal calories per 100g, Lard earns a Not Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is meat or poultry from a land animal. Beyond the primary classification, lard also provides 100g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sunflower Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central