Ruby Tuesday Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Ruby Tuesday cooks with: soybean oil (fried items); beef tallow/butter (steaks/grilled). Across the 130 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Ruby Tuesday
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: Top Sirloin + Steamed Broccoli + Bottled Water, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Top Sirloin | 1.0g |
| Petite Sirloin | 1.0g |
| Roasted Mushrooms | 1.0g |
| Grilled Zucchini | 1.0g |
| Baked Potato | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Ruby Tuesday
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Southern Style Chicken Tenders | 35.0g |
| Colossal Burger | 34.0g |
| Mega Mushroom & Swiss Burger | 30.0g |
| Shrimp Shack Platter | 28.0g |
| Queso & Chips | 28.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Ruby Tuesday use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Ruby Tuesday cooks with: soybean oil (fried items); beef tallow/butter (steaks/grilled). Across the 130 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Ruby Tuesday cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (fried items); beef tallow/butter (steaks/grilled). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Ruby Tuesday use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: soybean oil (fried items); beef tallow/butter (steaks/grilled). Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Ruby Tuesday seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Ruby Tuesday cooks with soybean oil (fried items); beef tallow/butter (steaks/grilled), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Ruby Tuesday?
Top Sirloin is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ruby Tuesday, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Ruby Tuesday?
Southern Style Chicken Tenders is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ruby Tuesday, at an estimated 35.0g 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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