RaceTrac Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, RaceTrac cooks with: Highly refined soybean oil in every in-store fried item, per the chain's own FDA-format ingredient statements published as label images; the wraps and sandwiches use mayo and dressings that are soybean-oil based as well.. Across the 39 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
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Safest Orders at RaceTrac
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: Cheeseburger + Unsweetened Iced Tea, 1.9g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cheese Pizza Slice | 1.3g |
| Cheeseburger | 1.9g |
| Swirl World Waffle Cone | 2.0g |
| Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza Slice | 2.5g |
| Pepperoni Pizza Slice | 2.5g |
What to Avoid at RaceTrac
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders (3 piece) | 26.4g |
| Chicken Tenders (5 piece) | 22.2g |
| Potato Wedges | 20.4g |
| Buffalo Chicken Filet Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Beef Empanada | 12.0g |
Every RaceTrac item, ranked
All 39 items we have for RaceTrac, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Brewed Coffee | 0.0g |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 0.8g |
| Swirl World Frozen Yogurt Cup | 1.0g |
| Cheese Pizza Slice | 1.3g |
| Ham, Egg & Cheese Croissant | 1.6g |
| Cheeseburger | 1.9g |
| Cinnamon Roll | 2.0g |
| Swirl World Waffle Cone | 2.0g |
| Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza Slice | 2.5g |
| Pepperoni Pizza Slice | 2.5g |
| Steak and Cheese Tornado | 2.7g |
| Cheesy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Roller Bite | 3.3g |
| Pork Tamale | 3.5g |
| Corn Dog | 3.5g |
| Ranch Dip | 4.0g |
| Jimmy Dean Sausage Biscuit | 4.0g |
| Egg, Cheese & Salsa Burrito | 4.0g |
| Egg Roll | 5.0g |
| Beef Enchiladas | 5.0g |
| Chicken Enchiladas | 5.0g |
| Meat Lover's Breakfast Burrito | 5.0g |
| Texas Toast Sausage Melt | 5.0g |
| Chicken Empanada | 5.0g |
| Nathan's Beef Hot Dog | 6.3g |
| Taco Pizza Slice | 7.0g |
| Sausage French Toast Taquitos | 7.0g |
| Hash Brown | 7.8g |
| Chicken Tenders (1 piece) | 7.8g |
| Smoked Turkey Wrap | 8.0g |
| Smoked Turkey Club Wrap | 8.0g |
| Chicken Biscuit with Cheese | 8.6g |
| Chicken Caesar Wrap | 10.0g |
| Chicken Sandwich | 10.1g |
| Beef Empanada | 12.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Filet Sandwich | 14.0g |
| Potato Wedges | 20.4g |
| Chicken Tenders (5 piece) | 22.2g |
| Chicken Tenders (3 piece) | 26.4g |
Frequently asked
Does RaceTrac use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, RaceTrac cooks with: Highly refined soybean oil in every in-store fried item, per the chain's own FDA-format ingredient statements published as label images; the wraps and sandwiches use mayo and dressings that are soybean-oil based as well.. Across the 39 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does RaceTrac cook with?
Our research indicates: Highly refined soybean oil in every in-store fried item, per the chain's own FDA-format ingredient statements published as label images; the wraps and sandwiches use mayo and dressings that are soybean-oil based as well.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does RaceTrac use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates RaceTrac cooks with Highly refined soybean oil in every in-store fried item, per the chain's own FDA-format ingredient statements published as label images; the wraps and sandwiches use mayo and dressings that are soybean-oil based as well., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is RaceTrac seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates RaceTrac cooks with Highly refined soybean oil in every in-store fried item, per the chain's own FDA-format ingredient statements published as label images; the wraps and sandwiches use mayo and dressings that are soybean-oil based as well., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at RaceTrac?
Cheese Pizza Slice is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at RaceTrac, at an estimated 1.3g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at RaceTrac?
Chicken Tenders (3 piece) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at RaceTrac, at an estimated 26.4g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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See where RaceTrac lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.