Tim Hortons Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tim Hortons Canada cooks with: canola (hash browns and general frying); donuts/timbits/pastries fried in a plant-based palm/canola shortening blend. Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Tim Hortons 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: Farmer's Breakfast Wrap + Original Blend Coffee, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Plain Bagel | 1.0g |
| Iced Capp | 2.0g |
| Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese | 2.0g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | 2.0g |
| Chili (small) | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Tim Hortons Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Club Sandwich | 6.0g |
| BLT Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Chipotle Chicken Wrap | 6.0g |
| Turkey Bacon Club Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Grilled Cheese Melt | 6.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Tim Hortons Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tim Hortons Canada cooks with: canola (hash browns and general frying); donuts/timbits/pastries fried in a plant-based palm/canola shortening blend. Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Tim Hortons Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola (hash browns and general frying); donuts/timbits/pastries fried in a plant-based palm/canola shortening blend. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tim Hortons Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Tim Hortons Canada cooks with canola (hash browns and general frying); donuts/timbits/pastries fried in a plant-based palm/canola shortening blend, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Tim Hortons Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tim Hortons Canada cooks with canola (hash browns and general frying); donuts/timbits/pastries fried in a plant-based palm/canola shortening blend, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tim Hortons Canada?
Plain Bagel is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tim Hortons Canada, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tim Hortons Canada?
Chicken Club Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tim Hortons Canada, at an estimated 6.0g 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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