21 Foods That Start With O

From orange and octopus to oatmeal and olives, the list of foods that start with the letter O includes many different foods, beverages, liquids, and herbs you consume on a regular basis.

Take a look at the list below to find out more interesting food items beginning with this letter and pick your favorite.

21 Foods That Begin with The Letter O

1. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a common breakfast that helps you stay full in between meals thanks to the high fiber content. It is an excellent source of protein and supports the weight loss process. So, if you want to lose a few extra pounds, you may want to consider having a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast.

2. Oats

These incredibly healthy grains are packed with important antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and minerals. They are usually eaten as oatmeal by boiling them in milk or water. We highly recommend adding this whole-grain food to your diet.

3. Orange

This citrus fruit is popular for its diversity of uses, sweet flavor, and the variety of types available. You can eat them whole, or in marmalades and juices. Oranges are popular for the high vitamin C content, but they also contain important antioxidants that lower the risk of illnesses and diseases.

4. Oat Milk

This plant-based milk alternative is tasty and beneficial to your health. It’s made of gluten-free oats and is free of lactose, soy, and nuts. It’s a popular milk substitute for vegans and people with allergies and intolerances.

5. Okra

Did you know that okra is actually a fruit even though it’s used as a vegetable? These edible seed pods can be red or green, but both varieties have the same taste. The nutrient profile of okra is pretty impressive, containing fiber, protein, magnesium. Vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin K, etc.

6. Octopus

Octopus is mostly used in the Italian, French, Korean, Turkish, Greek, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine. You can eat its tentacles, head, and other parts of the body. Sometimes they are even eaten alive. Octopuses are rich in manganese, zinc, selenium, copper, vitamin B12, riboflavin, and amino acids.

7. Oil

Cooking oil is an animal, plant, or synthetic fat used in different types of cooking, including frying and baking, as well as in flavoring and food preparation such as bread drippings and salad dressings. Examples of cooking oil are olive oil, coconut oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, sesame oil, etc.

8. Olive Oil

Olive oil is extracted from whole olives and is one of the most popular oils for cooking and salad dressings. It contains high amounts of healthy monounsaturated fats, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients. The healthiest type of olive oil is extra virgin olive oil.

9. Oysters

These saltwater mollusks have briny and flavorful meat that can be prepared in various ways. Whatever way you cook them, they are ready when they begin to open their shells. Oysters can be enjoyed plain, or dipped in cocktail sauce or butter sauce.

They have impressive health benefits thanks to the high amounts of vitamin D, proteins, niacin, thiamine, vitamin D12, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, selenium, manganese, and copper.

10. Onion

Onions are used in hundreds of recipes as they boost the flavor of meat dishes and cooked vegetables. They can be eaten raw in salads, or sautéed in oil with other ingredients. Onions get their specific flavor once cut, chopped, sliced, or cooked. Their characteristic smell, however, can be noticed right away.

11. Oregano

This herb is most commonly known from pizza and pasta sauce. Even though it can be used fresh in some dishes, the dried form is more popular. The strong flavor and pungent aroma of oregano is the perfect complement to many savory dishes.

12. Olives

The fruit of olive trees is known as olive, one of the main ingredients of the Mediterranean diet. It is often included in sandwiches, pizzas, salads, etc. The most common types of olives are black and green olives, both of which are available in different varieties. 

13. Omelet

This popular dish is most commonly eaten for breakfast. It’s made by frying beaten eggs, folded around cheese, vegetables, chives, meat, mushrooms, or a combination of these ingredients.

Omelet is believed to have first appeared in ancient Persia.

14. Oreo

This is probably the most popular sandwich cookie in the world. The white filling between the two wafers is the USA’s best-selling cookie brand. Oreo cheesecakes for example are a delicious recipe that you can make yourself at home.

15. Ouzo

This traditional Greek liquor is unlike any other liquor in the world. It has anise flavor, but sometimes you can find it with other spices as well. Ouzo is usually diluted with water and enjoyed with meze. It’s similar to arak, raki, sambuca, and other anise liquors.

16. Oatcake

This flatbread is made with oatmeal as the main ingredient and sometimes wholemeal or plain flour as well. It’s similar to a biscuit and cracker and it’s great for a snack, breakfast, or lunch. It is believed that they have first appeared in Scotland.

17. Oolong

Oolong is a healthy tea originating from China. It’s made with the same plant used for the production of black tea and green tea. This Chinese tea contains important antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals including potassium, manganese, fluoride, magnesium, and niacin.

18. Orzo

Orzo is a type of pasta in the form of rice. It can be made of whole grain or white flour. It’s mostly used in broths and soups, but you can also find it in pasta salads and as a side dish. Orzo is most popular in Greece.

19. Opera Cake

This popular layered French dessert is made with one of the best combinations of flavors ever – chocolate and coffee. It’s an almond sponge cake with a chocolate and coffee filling and icing. The recipe may be time-consuming, but it’s definitely worth it.

20. Oxheart

Last but not least, oxheart is a large sweet cherry.

21. Ovalbumin

This is the white part of an egg that you will notice that surrounds the yolk.

Conclusion

We’ve sourced various food items from different cuisines beginning with the letter O to compile this list. If you know any other foods and beverages beginning with this letter, feel free to add them to our list.

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