Papa Murphy's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Papa Murphy's cooks with: canola oil (in dough; confirmed in ingredient disclosures). Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Papa Murphy's
| Garden Salad (1 serving, no dressing) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Caesar Salad (1 serving, no dressing) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soft Drink (20 oz) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Pepsi (2 Liter) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Diet Pepsi (2 Liter) | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Papa Murphy's
| 5-Meat Stuffed Pizza (Large) | 25.0g PUFA |
| Big Murphy's Stuffed Pizza (Large) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Chicago-Style Stuffed Pizza (Large) | 22.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Bacon Stuffed Pizza (Large) | 22.0g PUFA |
| Papa's All Meat Specialty Pizza (Large) | 21.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Papa Murphy's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Papa Murphy's cooks with: canola oil (in dough; confirmed in ingredient disclosures). Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Papa Murphy's cook with?
Our research indicates: canola oil (in dough; confirmed in ingredient disclosures). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Papa Murphy's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Papa Murphy's cooks with canola oil (in dough; confirmed in ingredient disclosures), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Papa Murphy's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Papa Murphy's cooks with canola oil (in dough; confirmed in ingredient disclosures), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Papa Murphy's?
Garden Salad (1 serving, no dressing) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Papa Murphy's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Papa Murphy's?
5-Meat Stuffed Pizza (Large) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Papa Murphy's, at an estimated 25.0g 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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