Taco Time Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Taco Time cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (deep fryer); dairy fat in cheese/sour cream. Across the 96 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Taco Time
| Fountain Beverage | 0.0g PUFA |
| Limeade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Orange Juice | 0.0g PUFA |
| Milk | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Taco Time
| Mexi-Fries (large) | 22.0g PUFA |
| Crisp Burrito (beef) | 16.0g PUFA |
| Natural-Cut Fries (large) | 16.0g PUFA |
| Mexi-Fries (regular) | 14.0g PUFA |
| Crisp Burrito (chicken) | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Taco Time use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Taco Time cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (deep fryer); dairy fat in cheese/sour cream. Across the 96 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Taco Time cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/canola blend (deep fryer); dairy fat in cheese/sour cream. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Taco Time use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Taco Time cooks with Soybean/canola blend (deep fryer); dairy fat in cheese/sour cream, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Taco Time seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Taco Time cooks with Soybean/canola blend (deep fryer); dairy fat in cheese/sour cream, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Taco Time?
Fountain Beverage is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco Time, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Taco Time?
Mexi-Fries (large) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Taco Time, at an estimated 22.0g 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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