Saladworks Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Saladworks cooks with: soybean oil (most dressings); canola oil (some vinaigrettes). Across the 84 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Saladworks
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: Grilled Chicken Add-on + Bottled Water, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Add-on | 1.0g |
| Avocado Add-on | 2.0g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | 2.0g |
| Tomato Bisque Soup | 3.0g |
| Turkey Sausage & Kale Soup | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Saladworks
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Asian Crispy Chicken Wrap | 14.0g |
| Buffalo Bleu Wrap | 14.0g |
| Smoky BBQ Crispy Chicken Wrap | 14.0g |
| Southwest Chipotle Ranch Warm Grain Bowl | 14.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Grilled Wrap | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Saladworks use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Saladworks cooks with: soybean oil (most dressings); canola oil (some vinaigrettes). Across the 84 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Saladworks cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (most dressings); canola oil (some vinaigrettes). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Saladworks use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Saladworks cooks with soybean oil (most dressings); canola oil (some vinaigrettes), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Saladworks seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Saladworks cooks with soybean oil (most dressings); canola oil (some vinaigrettes), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Saladworks?
Grilled Chicken Add-on is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Saladworks, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Saladworks?
Asian Crispy Chicken Wrap is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Saladworks, at an estimated 14.0g 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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See where Saladworks 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.