Carluccio's UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Carluccio's UK cooks with: olive oil / extra virgin olive oil for cooking, dressings and doughs; rapeseed or sunflower blend in the deep fryer (fritto misto, calamari fritti, arancini, patatine fritte) and rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in burger sauce and Caesar dressing. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Carluccio's UK
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: Mixed Olives + Risotto ai Funghi, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sirloin 8oz | 1.0g |
| Mixed Salad | 2.0g |
| Zuppa di Funghi | 2.0g |
| Garlic Focaccia | 2.0g |
| Focaccia | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Carluccio's UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fritto Misto | 16.0g |
| Calamari Fritti (Large) | 12.0g |
| Chicken Milanese Burger | 11.0g |
| Carluccio's Burger | 10.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 9.0g |
Every Carluccio's UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Carluccio's UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sirloin 8oz | 1.0g |
| Mixed Olives | 1.0g |
| Mixed Salad | 2.0g |
| Zuppa di Funghi | 2.0g |
| Tenderstem Broccoli | 2.0g |
| Garlic Focaccia | 2.0g |
| Focaccia | 2.0g |
| Tiramisu | 2.0g |
| Tomato Bruschetta | 2.0g |
| Risotto ai Funghi | 2.0g |
| Profiterole & Pistachio | 3.0g |
| Burrata e Crudo | 3.0g |
| Antipasti Board (For One) | 3.0g |
| Pappardelle Braised Beef Ragu | 3.0g |
| Lasagne | 3.0g |
| Penne Regine All'Arrabbiata | 3.0g |
| Rosemary & Garlic Roasted Potatoes | 3.0g |
| Prawns Marinara | 3.0g |
| Selection of Breads | 3.0g |
| Chicken Saltimbocca | 3.0g |
| Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli | 3.0g |
| Seafood Linguine | 4.0g |
| Gnocchi Piccante | 4.0g |
| Margherita Pizza | 4.0g |
| Prosciutto Pizza | 4.0g |
| Penne Giardiniera | 4.0g |
| Goat's Cheese Salad | 4.0g |
| Carbonara | 4.0g |
| Pan-Fried Sea Bass Fillets | 4.0g |
| Pancetta Mushroom Pizza | 5.0g |
| Garlic & Mozzarella Pizza Bread | 5.0g |
| Arancini | 6.0g |
| Calamari Fritti (Small) | 7.0g |
| Patatine Fritte | 7.0g |
| Chicken Milanese | 8.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | 9.0g |
| Carluccio's Burger | 10.0g |
| Chicken Milanese Burger | 11.0g |
| Calamari Fritti (Large) | 12.0g |
| Fritto Misto | 16.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Carluccio's UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Carluccio's UK cooks with: olive oil / extra virgin olive oil for cooking, dressings and doughs; rapeseed or sunflower blend in the deep fryer (fritto misto, calamari fritti, arancini, patatine fritte) and rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in burger sauce and Caesar dressing. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Carluccio's UK cook with?
Our research indicates: olive oil / extra virgin olive oil for cooking, dressings and doughs; rapeseed or sunflower blend in the deep fryer (fritto misto, calamari fritti, arancini, patatine fritte) and rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in burger sauce and Caesar dressing. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Carluccio's UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Carluccio's UK cooks with olive oil / extra virgin olive oil for cooking, dressings and doughs; rapeseed or sunflower blend in the deep fryer (fritto misto, calamari fritti, arancini, patatine fritte) and rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in burger sauce and Caesar dressing, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Carluccio's UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Carluccio's UK cooks with olive oil / extra virgin olive oil for cooking, dressings and doughs; rapeseed or sunflower blend in the deep fryer (fritto misto, calamari fritti, arancini, patatine fritte) and rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in burger sauce and Caesar dressing, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Carluccio's UK?
Sirloin 8oz is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Carluccio's UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Carluccio's UK?
Fritto Misto is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Carluccio's UK, at an estimated 16.0g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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See where Carluccio's UK 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.