Chipotle Mexican Grill UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chipotle Mexican Grill UK cooks with: sunflower oil (tortilla chips are fried in it; also in the coriander-lime rice and fajita vegetables); rapeseed oil in the flour tortillas, adobo marinades, braised tofu and honey vinaigrette. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Chipotle Mexican Grill 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: Steak Burrito Bowl + Bottled Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sour Cream | 0.0g |
| Monterey Jack Cheese | 0.3g |
| Fajita Vegetables | 0.7g |
| Steak Burrito Bowl | 3.0g |
| Barbacoa Burrito Bowl | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Chipotle Mexican Grill UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Large Tortilla Chips | 27.0g |
| Chips & Guacamole | 16.0g |
| Tortilla Chips | 14.0g |
| Chips & Fresh Tomato Salsa | 14.0g |
| Sofritas Salad with Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette | 10.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Chipotle Mexican Grill UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chipotle Mexican Grill UK cooks with: sunflower oil (tortilla chips are fried in it; also in the coriander-lime rice and fajita vegetables); rapeseed oil in the flour tortillas, adobo marinades, braised tofu and honey vinaigrette. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Chipotle Mexican Grill UK cook with?
Our research indicates: sunflower oil (tortilla chips are fried in it; also in the coriander-lime rice and fajita vegetables); rapeseed oil in the flour tortillas, adobo marinades, braised tofu and honey vinaigrette. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chipotle Mexican Grill UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chipotle Mexican Grill UK cooks with sunflower oil (tortilla chips are fried in it; also in the coriander-lime rice and fajita vegetables); rapeseed oil in the flour tortillas, adobo marinades, braised tofu and honey vinaigrette, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chipotle Mexican Grill UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Chipotle Mexican Grill UK cooks with sunflower oil (tortilla chips are fried in it; also in the coriander-lime rice and fajita vegetables); rapeseed oil in the flour tortillas, adobo marinades, braised tofu and honey vinaigrette, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Chipotle Mexican Grill UK?
Sour Cream is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chipotle Mexican Grill UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chipotle Mexican Grill UK?
Large Tortilla Chips is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chipotle Mexican Grill UK, at an estimated 27.0g 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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See where Chipotle Mexican Grill 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.