Au Bon Pain Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Cinnamon Raisin Bagel | 1.0g PUFA |
| Macaroon | 1.0g PUFA |
| Plain Croissant | 2.0g PUFA |
| Ancient Grain Bagel | 2.0g PUFA |
| Almond Croissant | 3.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | 11.0g PUFA |
| Asian Sesame Salad | 10.0g PUFA |
| Caesar Salad | 9.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Caesar Wrap | 8.0g PUFA |
| BLT Sandwich | 8.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Au Bon Pain use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Au Bon Pain cooks with: Canola/soybean oil (soups, dressings, sandwiches); butter (bakery). Across the 21 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Au Bon Pain cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola/soybean oil (soups, dressings, sandwiches); butter (bakery). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Au Bon Pain?
Cinnamon Raisin Bagel is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Au Bon Pain, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Au Bon Pain?
Tuna Salad Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Au Bon Pain, at an estimated 11.0g 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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