We include olive oil in our calorie counts when a recipe specifies adding a precise amount. One tablespoon adds 119 calories and one teaspoon adds 40 calories. Using a different type of oil may alter the calorie count.
If a recipe specifies 1 tablespoon or 1 teaspoon of olive oil, these amounts are included in the nutritional calculations. However, vague instructions like "spritz with oil" or "drizzle lightly" are not included because the amount used is typically minimal.
For information on how calories are calculated for recipes click here.