Whataburger Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Egg & Cheese Taquito | 3.0g PUFA |
| Justaburger | 4.0g PUFA |
| Small Fries | 4.0g PUFA |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 5.0g PUFA |
| Pancakes (3pc) | 5.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Chicken Strips (5 pc) | 17.0g PUFA |
| Double Whataburger | 16.0g PUFA |
| Avocado Bacon Burger | 14.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 13.0g PUFA |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Whataburger use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Whataburger cooks with: zero-trans-fat soybean oil liquid shortening (fries, onion rings, all fried items). Across the 19 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Whataburger cook with?
Our research indicates: zero-trans-fat soybean oil liquid shortening (fries, onion rings, all fried items). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Whataburger?
Egg & Cheese Taquito is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Whataburger, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Whataburger?
Chicken Strips (5 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Whataburger, at an estimated 17.0g 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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