Taco Bell Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Black Beans & Rice | 1.0g PUFA |
| Soft Taco (Beef) | 3.0g PUFA |
| Soft Taco (Chicken) | 3.0g PUFA |
| Cinnamon Twists | 3.0g PUFA |
| Bean Burrito | 4.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Nachos BellGrande | 12.0g PUFA |
| Mexican Pizza | 11.0g PUFA |
| Crunchwrap Supreme | 9.0g PUFA |
| Chalupa Supreme | 9.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 8.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Taco Bell use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Taco Bell cooks with: canola/soybean oil (fried items: tortilla chips, taco shells, chalupa shells, cinnamon twists). Across the 17 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Taco Bell cook with?
Our research indicates: canola/soybean oil (fried items: tortilla chips, taco shells, chalupa shells, cinnamon twists). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Taco Bell?
Black Beans & Rice is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco Bell, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Taco Bell?
Nachos BellGrande is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco Bell, at an estimated 12.0g 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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