Velvet Taco Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Guacamole (side) | 4.0g PUFA |
| Rotisserie Chicken Taco | 5.0g PUFA |
| Grilled Salmon Taco | 5.0g PUFA |
| Queso Blanco (side) | 5.0g PUFA |
| Hatch Chile Pork Taco | 6.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Brisket Bowl | 18.0g PUFA |
| Slow-Roasted Angus Brisket Taco | 14.0g PUFA |
| Spicy Tikka Chicken Bowl | 14.0g PUFA |
| Chicken & Waffle Taco | 12.0g PUFA |
| Rotisserie Chicken Bowl | 12.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Velvet Taco use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Velvet Taco cooks with: soybean/vegetable blend (fryers); soybean-based mayo in aioli sauces. Across the 24 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Velvet Taco cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/vegetable blend (fryers); soybean-based mayo in aioli sauces. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Velvet Taco?
Guacamole (side) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Velvet Taco, at an estimated 4.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Velvet Taco?
Brisket Bowl is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Velvet Taco, at an estimated 18.0g 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.
Compare other chains
Twistee Treat · Uncle Julio's · Urbane Cafe · Village Inn · Vitality Bowls · Vocelli Pizza
See where Velvet Taco lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch.