Taco John's Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Refried Beans (Side) | 1.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Taco | 4.0g PUFA |
| Softshell Taco | 4.0g PUFA |
| Chili | 4.0g PUFA |
| Bean Burrito | 6.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Potato Olés (Jumbo) | 26.0g PUFA |
| Potato Olés (Large) | 20.0g PUFA |
| Potato Olés (Regular) | 14.0g PUFA |
| Nachos | 13.0g PUFA |
| Breakfast Scrambler (Bowl) | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Taco John's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Taco John's cooks with: soybean. Across the 25 menu items we analyzed, it averages 10.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Taco John's cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Taco John's?
Refried Beans (Side) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco John's, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Taco John's?
Potato Olés (Jumbo) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco John's, at an estimated 26.0g 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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