Dick's Drive-In Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Dick's Drive-In cooks with: high oleic sunflower. Across the 29 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Dick's Drive-In
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: Deluxe Burger + Coffee, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Burger | 2.0g |
| Special Burger | 2.0g |
| Plain Hamburger | 2.0g |
| Burger Patty Only (No Bun) | 2.0g |
| Plain Cheeseburger | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Dick's Drive-In
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fries | 7.0g |
| Deluxe | 7.0g |
| Special | 5.0g |
| Tartar Sauce | 5.0g |
| Cheeseburger | 4.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Dick's Drive-In use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Dick's Drive-In cooks with: high oleic sunflower. Across the 29 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Dick's Drive-In cook with?
Our research indicates: high oleic sunflower. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Dick's Drive-In use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Dick's Drive-In cooks with high oleic sunflower, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Dick's Drive-In seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Dick's Drive-In cooks with high oleic sunflower, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Dick's Drive-In?
Deluxe Burger is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dick's Drive-In, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Dick's Drive-In?
Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dick's Drive-In, at an estimated 7.0g 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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