Quiznos Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Quiznos cooks with: Soybean oil (toaster oven finish, mayo-based sauces, bread oils). Across the 97 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Quiznos
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: Garden Salad + Bottled Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Au Jus | 0.5g |
| Garden Salad | 3.0g |
| Ham & Swiss Zlider | 3.0g |
| Apple Harvest Chicken Salad | 4.0g |
| Italiano Zlider | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Quiznos
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Tuna Melt Sub (regular) | 15.0g |
| Classic Italian Sub (regular) | 14.0g |
| Spicy Monterey Sub (regular) | 13.0g |
| Chicken Carbonara Sub (regular) | 12.0g |
| Prime Rib & Peppercorn Sub (regular) | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Quiznos use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Quiznos cooks with: Soybean oil (toaster oven finish, mayo-based sauces, bread oils). Across the 97 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Quiznos cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (toaster oven finish, mayo-based sauces, bread oils). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Quiznos use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Quiznos cooks with Soybean oil (toaster oven finish, mayo-based sauces, bread oils), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Quiznos seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Quiznos cooks with Soybean oil (toaster oven finish, mayo-based sauces, bread oils), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Quiznos?
Au Jus is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Quiznos, at an estimated 0.5g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Quiznos?
Tuna Melt Sub (regular) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Quiznos, at an estimated 15.0g 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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