Chuy's Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Mexican Rice (side) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Refried Beans (side) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Guacamole | 4.0g PUFA |
| House Salad | 4.0g PUFA |
| Queso (cup) | 5.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Nachos Grande | 20.0g PUFA |
| Chimichanga (fried burrito) | 18.0g PUFA |
| Chile Relleno (fried) | 16.0g PUFA |
| Smothered Burrito | 12.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Beef Tacos (2) | 11.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Chuy's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chuy's cooks with: soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip. Across the 22 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Chuy's cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Chuy's?
Mexican Rice (side) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chuy's, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chuy's?
Nachos Grande is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chuy's, at an estimated 20.0g 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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