Starbucks Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Starbucks cooks with: canola/sunflower/soybean oils in food items; phasing out canola — avocado-oil egg bites launched late 2025. Across the 112 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Starbucks
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: Classic Oatmeal, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Caffè Misto (Hot) | 0.0g |
| Classic Oatmeal | 1.0g |
| Strawberry Overnight Grains | 1.0g |
| Pistachio Cortado | 1.0g |
| Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Starbucks
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Bacon, Sausage & Egg Wrap | 20.0g |
| Banana Walnut Bread | 18.0g |
| Sausage, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich | 16.0g |
| Chicken & Double-Smoked Bacon Sandwich | 16.0g |
| Impossible Breakfast Sandwich | 13.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Starbucks use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Starbucks cooks with: canola/sunflower/soybean oils in food items; phasing out canola — avocado-oil egg bites launched late 2025. Across the 112 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Starbucks cook with?
Our research indicates: canola/sunflower/soybean oils in food items; phasing out canola — avocado-oil egg bites launched late 2025. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Starbucks use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Starbucks cooks with canola/sunflower/soybean oils in food items; phasing out canola — avocado-oil egg bites launched late 2025, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Starbucks seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Starbucks cooks with canola/sunflower/soybean oils in food items; phasing out canola — avocado-oil egg bites launched late 2025, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Starbucks?
Caffè Misto (Hot) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Starbucks, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Starbucks?
Bacon, Sausage & Egg Wrap is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Starbucks, 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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See where Starbucks 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.