Culver's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Culver's cooks with: Fries in a canola / high-oleic canola blend (NOT beef tallow, despite rumors) — meaningfully lower PUFA than soybean. ButterBurgers are griddled beef with butter (low PUFA).. Across the 45 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Culver's
| Vanilla Custard Cone | 1.0g PUFA |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 1.0g PUFA |
| Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | 1.0g PUFA |
| Side Salad | 1.0g PUFA |
| Vanilla Fresh Frozen Custard (2 scoops) | 1.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Culver's
| North Atlantic Cod Dinner (2 pc) | 18.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 14.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders (4 pc) | 13.0g PUFA |
| Cheese Curds | 12.0g PUFA |
| ButterBurger (Triple) | 11.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Culver's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Culver's cooks with: Fries in a canola / high-oleic canola blend (NOT beef tallow, despite rumors) — meaningfully lower PUFA than soybean. ButterBurgers are griddled beef with butter (low PUFA).. Across the 45 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Culver's cook with?
Our research indicates: Fries in a canola / high-oleic canola blend (NOT beef tallow, despite rumors) — meaningfully lower PUFA than soybean. ButterBurgers are griddled beef with butter (low PUFA).. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Culver's use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Fries in a canola / high-oleic canola blend (NOT beef tallow, despite rumors) — meaningfully lower PUFA than soybean. ButterBurgers are griddled beef with butter (low PUFA).. Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Culver's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Culver's cooks with Fries in a canola / high-oleic canola blend (NOT beef tallow, despite rumors) — meaningfully lower PUFA than soybean. ButterBurgers are griddled beef with butter (low PUFA)., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Culver's?
Vanilla Custard Cone is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Culver's, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Culver's?
North Atlantic Cod Dinner (2 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Culver's, at an estimated 18.0g 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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