La Prep Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, La Prep Canada cooks with: canola oil (griddled items) / olive oil in dressings — no official published fryer/griddle-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Montreal-based fast-casual chain's standard default. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at La Prep 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: Caesar Salad + Bottled Water, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Baguette | 2.0g |
| Soup of the Day | 3.0g |
| Tomato Basil Soup | 3.0g |
| Quinoa Salad | 4.0g |
| Caprese Sandwich | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at La Prep Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Caesar Wrap | 7.0g |
| Southwest Wrap | 7.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Turkey Club Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Roast Beef Sandwich | 6.0g |
Frequently asked
Does La Prep Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, La Prep Canada cooks with: canola oil (griddled items) / olive oil in dressings — no official published fryer/griddle-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Montreal-based fast-casual chain's standard default. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does La Prep Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola oil (griddled items) / olive oil in dressings — no official published fryer/griddle-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Montreal-based fast-casual chain's standard default. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does La Prep Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates La Prep Canada cooks with canola oil (griddled items) / olive oil in dressings — no official published fryer/griddle-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Montreal-based fast-casual chain's standard default, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is La Prep Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates La Prep Canada cooks with canola oil (griddled items) / olive oil in dressings — no official published fryer/griddle-oil statement found; canola assumed as the Montreal-based fast-casual chain's standard default, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at La Prep Canada?
Baguette is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at La Prep Canada, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at La Prep Canada?
Chicken Caesar Wrap is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at La Prep Canada, at an estimated 7.0g 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 La Prep 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.