Las Iguanas UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Las Iguanas UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers; butter, cheese and coconut milk carry the fat in the Brazilian curries. Official Big Table Group nutrition shows Straight Fries at 28.1g fat with only 2.4g saturated (8.5% sat) and Patatas Bravas at 28.3g/2.4g, which matches rapeseed oil (approx 7% sat) rather than sunflower (approx 11% sat). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Las Iguanas 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: Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas + Caipirinha, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mixed Salad | 0.0g |
| Caipirinha | 0.0g |
| Mojito | 0.0g |
| Padron Peppers | 1.0g |
| Chipotle Chicken Soft Taco | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Las Iguanas UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Veggie Burger | 17.0g |
| Chicken Xinxim | 15.0g |
| Katsu Chicken | 14.0g |
| Brazilian Loaded Chicken | 12.0g |
| Calamares | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Las Iguanas UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Las Iguanas UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers; butter, cheese and coconut milk carry the fat in the Brazilian curries. Official Big Table Group nutrition shows Straight Fries at 28.1g fat with only 2.4g saturated (8.5% sat) and Patatas Bravas at 28.3g/2.4g, which matches rapeseed oil (approx 7% sat) rather than sunflower (approx 11% sat). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Las Iguanas UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers; butter, cheese and coconut milk carry the fat in the Brazilian curries. Official Big Table Group nutrition shows Straight Fries at 28.1g fat with only 2.4g saturated (8.5% sat) and Patatas Bravas at 28.3g/2.4g, which matches rapeseed oil (approx 7% sat) rather than sunflower (approx 11% sat). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Las Iguanas UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Las Iguanas UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers; butter, cheese and coconut milk carry the fat in the Brazilian curries. Official Big Table Group nutrition shows Straight Fries at 28.1g fat with only 2.4g saturated (8.5% sat) and Patatas Bravas at 28.3g/2.4g, which matches rapeseed oil (approx 7% sat) rather than sunflower (approx 11% sat), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Las Iguanas UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Las Iguanas UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers; butter, cheese and coconut milk carry the fat in the Brazilian curries. Official Big Table Group nutrition shows Straight Fries at 28.1g fat with only 2.4g saturated (8.5% sat) and Patatas Bravas at 28.3g/2.4g, which matches rapeseed oil (approx 7% sat) rather than sunflower (approx 11% sat), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Las Iguanas UK?
Mixed Salad is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Las Iguanas UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Las Iguanas UK?
Veggie Burger is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Las Iguanas UK, 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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