Chipotle Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chipotle Canada cooks with: rice bran oil (proteins grilled/braised on the plancha, cilantro-lime rice); sunflower oil (tortilla chips and tortillas, fried/griddled) - same core oil program as US locations. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Chipotle Canada
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Steak + Black Beans, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fajita Veggies | 0.0g |
| Roasted Chili-Corn Salsa | 0.0g |
| Tomatillo-Green Chili Salsa | 0.0g |
| Tomatillo-Red Chili Salsa | 0.0g |
| Romaine Lettuce | 0.0g |
What to Avoid at Chipotle Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chips & Guacamole | 19.0g |
| Chips & Queso Blanco | 17.0g |
| Tortilla Chips | 16.0g |
| Sofritas Salad | 13.0g |
| Steak Burrito | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Chipotle Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chipotle Canada cooks with: rice bran oil (proteins grilled/braised on the plancha, cilantro-lime rice); sunflower oil (tortilla chips and tortillas, fried/griddled) - same core oil program as US locations. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Chipotle Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: rice bran oil (proteins grilled/braised on the plancha, cilantro-lime rice); sunflower oil (tortilla chips and tortillas, fried/griddled) - same core oil program as US locations. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chipotle Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chipotle Canada cooks with rice bran oil (proteins grilled/braised on the plancha, cilantro-lime rice); sunflower oil (tortilla chips and tortillas, fried/griddled) - same core oil program as US locations, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chipotle Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Chipotle Canada cooks with rice bran oil (proteins grilled/braised on the plancha, cilantro-lime rice); sunflower oil (tortilla chips and tortillas, fried/griddled) - same core oil program as US locations, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Chipotle Canada?
Fajita Veggies is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chipotle Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chipotle Canada?
Chips & Guacamole is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chipotle Canada, at an estimated 19.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Chipotle Canada lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.