Rita's Italian Ice Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Italian Ice - Regular | 0.0g PUFA |
| Italian Ice - Large | 0.0g PUFA |
| Italian Ice - Small | 0.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Custard - Regular Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Custard - Large Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Concrete - Large | 2.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Custard - Regular Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Custard - Large Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Custard - Small Cup | 1.0g PUFA |
| Gelati - Regular | 1.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Rita's Italian Ice use seed oils?
Rita's Italian Ice has not publicly confirmed its cooking oils. Based on its published nutrition data, the 15 menu items we analyzed average 0.9g estimated PUFA per item — a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What is the safest thing to order at Rita's Italian Ice?
Italian Ice - Regular is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rita's Italian Ice, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Rita's Italian Ice?
Concrete - Large is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rita's Italian Ice, at an estimated 2.0g 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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