Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen cooks with: soybean/vegetable oil (frying); butter on rolls. Across the 110 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Baked Potato Soup + Fresh Brewed Iced Tea, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sweet Baby Carrots | 1.0g |
| Vegetable Plate | 2.0g |
| 6 oz. Fire Grilled Sirloin | 2.0g |
| Baked Potato Soup | 2.0g |
| 7 oz. Filet | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fish & Chips | 38.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Tenders | 36.0g |
| Chicken Tenders (basket) | 32.0g |
| Fried Shrimp Platter | 30.0g |
| Onion Ring Tower | 28.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen cooks with: soybean/vegetable oil (frying); butter on rolls. Across the 110 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/vegetable oil (frying); butter on rolls. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen cooks with soybean/vegetable oil (frying); butter on rolls, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen cooks with soybean/vegetable oil (frying); butter on rolls, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen?
Sweet Baby Carrots is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen?
Fish & Chips is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, at an estimated 38.0g 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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