Kwik Trip Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Kwik Trip cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (fryers); soybean shortening (baked goods); pork fat/tallow (roller grill). Across the 92 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Kwik Trip
| Hot Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Cold Brew Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fresh Blend Smoothie (Mango) | 1.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Kwik Trip
| 8-Piece Bone-In Fried Chicken | 20.0g PUFA |
| Boneless Wings (8 piece) | 18.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders (5 pc) | 15.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders (4 piece) | 14.0g PUFA |
| Pepperjack'd Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Kwik Trip use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Kwik Trip cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (fryers); soybean shortening (baked goods); pork fat/tallow (roller grill). Across the 92 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Kwik Trip cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/canola blend (fryers); soybean shortening (baked goods); pork fat/tallow (roller grill). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Kwik Trip use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Soybean/canola blend (fryers); soybean shortening (baked goods); pork fat/tallow (roller grill). Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Kwik Trip seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Kwik Trip cooks with Soybean/canola blend (fryers); soybean shortening (baked goods); pork fat/tallow (roller grill), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Kwik Trip?
Hot Coffee is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Kwik Trip, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Kwik Trip?
8-Piece Bone-In Fried Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Kwik Trip, at an estimated 20.0g 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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