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Pizza Union UK Seed Oil Report Card

GradeA
Avg PUFA/item3.0g
Items analyzed37
Cooking oilOlive oil (estimate)
From the chain5%

Based on our menu research, Pizza Union UK cooks with: olive oil (estimated). Across the 37 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).

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Safest Orders at Pizza Union 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: Margherita Pizza + Soft Drink, 5.0g total

ItemPUFA
Marinara Pizza2.0g
Rucola Salad3.0g
Verdura Salad3.0g
Bianca Pizza4.0g
Campagna Salad4.0g

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What to Avoid at Pizza Union UK

ItemPUFA
Calabria Pizza8.0g
Carne Pizza8.0g
Vesuvio Pizza7.0g
Pepperoni Pizza7.0g
Pollo Pizza7.0g

Every Pizza Union UK item, ranked

All 37 items we have for Pizza Union UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.

ItemPUFA
House Wine (Glass)0.0g
House Wine (Bottle)0.0g
Prosecco (Glass)0.0g
Prosecco (Bottle)0.0g
Draught Beer0.0g
Soft Drink0.0g
Coffee0.0g
Tea0.0g
Frozen Margarita0.0g
Frozen Raspberry Mojito0.0g
Aperol Spritz0.0g
Limoncello0.0g
Hot Honey Dip1.0g
Gelato1.0g
Marinara Pizza2.0g
Garlic Herb Dip2.0g
Hot Chilli Dip2.0g
Taralli2.0g
Rucola Salad3.0g
Verdura Salad3.0g
Mixed Olives3.0g
Sicilian Cannoli3.0g
Bianca Pizza4.0g
Campagna Salad4.0g
Margherita Pizza5.0g
Funghi Pizza5.0g
Fiorentina Pizza5.0g
Giardino Pizza5.0g
Formaggi Pizza6.0g
Regina Pizza6.0g
Tropicali Pizza6.0g
Napoli Pizza6.0g
Vesuvio Pizza7.0g
Pepperoni Pizza7.0g
Pollo Pizza7.0g
Calabria Pizza8.0g
Carne Pizza8.0g

Frequently asked

Does Pizza Union UK use seed oils?

Based on our menu research, Pizza Union UK cooks with: olive oil (estimated). Across the 37 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).

What oil does Pizza Union UK cook with?

Our research indicates: not explicitly published by Pizza Union; menu is Roman-style thin-crust pizza baked (not deep-fried) with olive-oil-forward dough and dressings, best estimate is olive/rapeseed oil blend for dough enrichment typical of UK fast-casual pizzerias — no dedicated fryer items on the menu. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.

Does Pizza Union UK use beef tallow?

No. Our research indicates Pizza Union UK cooks with olive oil (estimated), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.

Is Pizza Union UK seed oil free?

No. Our research indicates Pizza Union UK cooks with not explicitly published by Pizza Union; menu is Roman-style thin-crust pizza baked (not deep-fried) with olive-oil-forward dough and dressings, best estimate is olive/rapeseed oil blend for dough enrichment typical of UK fast-casual pizzerias — no dedicated fryer items on the menu, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.

What is the safest thing to order at Pizza Union UK?

Marinara Pizza is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pizza Union UK, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.

What should I avoid at Pizza Union UK?

Calabria Pizza is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pizza Union UK, at an estimated 8.0g 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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