Avocado Oil vs Olive Oil: The Healthiest Choice for Your Tortillas

If you’ve ever stood in the grocery aisle staring at bottles of avocado oil and olive oil, wondering which one to pick, you’re not alone. Everyone’s trying to eat better these days. But the real question is: what actually makes a tortilla a healthy option? Is it the flour? The fillings?

Or that one ingredient most people forget about: the oil it’s made with?

Lately, there has been a lot of buzz around avocado oil versus olive oil, two heart-healthy staples that have earned their place in modern kitchens. Both are good for you. Both sound fancy. But when it comes to creating the healthiest tortillas that are soft, flaky, and satisfying, one of them quietly takes the lead.

At Rise & Puff, we’re obsessed with ingredient integrity. That’s why we chose avocado oil for its clean taste, incredible cooking performance, and real nutritional benefits.

In this blog, we’re breaking down the real differences between avocado and olive oil, which one works best for cooking, and why it matters when you’re choosing your next pack of tortillas.

Why Oil Choice Matters in Tortillas

Oil isn’t just “oil.” It’s the secret behind how your tortilla tastes, feels, and even how it cooks. The right oil does three things:

• Creates texture: those tender, flexible layers that don’t crack.
• Builds flavor:  that subtle richness that balances every bite.
• Boosts nutrition: because tortillas should do more than just hold your fillings.

Traditional tortillas were often made with lard or vegetable oil, which is tasty, but not exactly heart-friendly. As we’ve learned more about food science and clean eating, modern tortilla makers (like us!) reach for better fats.

At Rise & Puff, we craft our tortillas with care: real ingredients and no mystery oils. Because we believe the best food starts with what goes into it, not what’s added after.

And when it comes to clean, consistent, high-quality cooking? Avocado oil shines.

Avocado Oil vs Olive Oil: Quick Comparison

Here’s your at-a-glance cheat sheet:

 

Both oils are nutrient-dense and heart-healthy, but avocado oil edges out olive oil in one key area: heat tolerance.

When your pan gets hot (and tortillas need heat to puff), avocado oil holds its structure without smoking, burning, or losing nutrients.

The Science Behind the Health Benefits

Both avocado and olive oils are rich in monounsaturated fats that support heart health, balance cholesterol, and keep your energy steady.

They’re anti-inflammatory, blood-sugar-friendly, and packed with antioxidants that help your body fight off everyday stress.

Here’s where avocado oil pulls ahead:

• High smoke point means it keeps nutrients stable even during high-heat cooking.
• Low oxidation rate means fewer harmful compounds form while heating.
• Olive oil, though rich in antioxidants, can lose some of its benefits once temperatures rise above 400°F.

So, if you’re making tortillas, quesadillas, or fajitas, avocado oil simply performs better: keeping your food light, balanced, and truly clean.

Why We Choose Avocado Oil for Our Tortillas

We’re a little obsessed with details, and at Rise & Puff, every ingredient has a reason to be there.

Avocado oil gives our tortillas:

• That perfect soft puff without heaviness.
• A mild, buttery flavor that pairs beautifully with a wide range of dishes, from breakfast eggs to roasted vegetables.
• Nutrient integrity that stays stable when you heat, crisp, or reheat.

We didn’t just want tortillas that taste good; we wanted tortillas that feel good to eat: tortillas that fit your day, your body, and your flavor standards.

That’s what avocado oil delivers. Every. Single. Time.

Cooking Performance: Texture, Flavor, and Aroma

Here’s the real test: how it performs on the pan.

Avocado oil: spreads evenly, heats quickly, and gives tortillas that gentle puff you see when the surface bubbles like tiny clouds. The aroma? Buttery and light, never greasy.

Olive oil: smells earthy and fruity, but can smoke or brown too fast under high heat, leaving tortillas uneven.

When you flip a Rise & Puff tortilla and it stays soft yet crisp at the edges, that’s the magic of avocado oil. It’s how we guarantee that every bite has the perfect chew, even after reheating.

Nutrition Spotlight: Why Avocado Oil Wins

If olive oil is the classic heart hero, avocado oil is its new-gen, multitasking cousin.

Here’s what you get in every avocado-oil-based bite:

• Heart-loving fats that help maintain good cholesterol.
• Vitamin E is the antioxidant that supports skin and cell health.
• Lutein is a natural nutrient that supports eye health.
• Better nutrient absorption, meaning all the good stuff in your fillings: the spinach, beans, or lean protein, works harder for you.

When your tortilla starts with avocado oil, your meal does more than just fill you up; it fuels you.

How to Use Each Oil at Home

Here’s your game plan for cooking smarter:

• Avocado Oil: Use it for tortillas, fajitas, roasted veggies, or crispy quesadillas. Handles heat like a champ and keeps flavors pure.
• Olive Oil: Ideal for dressings, marinades, or finishing drizzles where its peppery aroma can truly shine.

Pro tip: Mix both for dips or sauces: avocado oil for smoothness, olive oil for character.

And if you’re really curious? Try a blind taste test with Rise & Puff tortillas: one batch made with avocado oil, one brushed with olive oil. You’ll taste the difference.

The Healthiest Choice for Tortillas

Both oils are winners in the world of healthy fats. But when it comes to tortillas, avocado oil takes the crown.

At Rise & Puff, every tortilla is made with purpose: real ingredients, clean oils, and chef-level care. Because when your base is this good, everything you build on top tastes even better.

So, next time you’re browsing the tortilla aisle, remember this: The healthiest choice isn’t about what you leave out, it’s about what you put in. Choose tortillas made with avocado oil. Choose Rise & Puff. Better bites, puffed with flavor.