Uncle Julio's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Uncle Julio's cooks with: Soybean/corn blend (frying, chips); canola (grill/sauté); dairy/lard (refried beans, queso). Across the 75 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Uncle Julio's
| Fresh Seasonal Fruit Cup | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fresh Margarita | 0.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Margarita | 0.0g PUFA |
| Mango Passion Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Raspberry Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Uncle Julio's
| Supremo Nachos | 30.0g PUFA |
| Fajita Quesadillas | 18.0g PUFA |
| Baja Fish Tacos | 16.0g PUFA |
| Chocolate Piñata | 15.0g PUFA |
| Quesa-Birria | 14.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Uncle Julio's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Uncle Julio's cooks with: Soybean/corn blend (frying, chips); canola (grill/sauté); dairy/lard (refried beans, queso). Across the 75 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Uncle Julio's cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/corn blend (frying, chips); canola (grill/sauté); dairy/lard (refried beans, queso). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Uncle Julio's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Uncle Julio's cooks with Soybean/corn blend (frying, chips); canola (grill/sauté); dairy/lard (refried beans, queso), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Uncle Julio's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Uncle Julio's cooks with Soybean/corn blend (frying, chips); canola (grill/sauté); dairy/lard (refried beans, queso), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Uncle Julio's?
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Cup is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Uncle Julio's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Uncle Julio's?
Supremo Nachos is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Uncle Julio's, at an estimated 30.0g 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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