Salata Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Salata cooks with: No fryer. Buttermilk Ranch, Spicy Chipotle Ranch, Honey Mustard and Jalapeno Avocado dressings list soybean-oil mayonnaise FIRST on the chain's own ingredient lists, with canola only third or absent. Canola oil base in the remaining house dressings (Balsamic, Caesar, Fresh Herb, Ginger Lime, Lemon, White Miso) and in croutons, pita chips, salmon, marinated chicken and soups; falafel is expeller-pressed canola. Soybean oil in tortilla wraps, sesame sticks and the mayo bases. Verified 2026-09-12 from salata.com component ingredient lists. Across the 66 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Salata
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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Falafel (3 pieces) | 0.8g |
| Grilled Chicken (protein scoop) | 1.2g |
| Shrimp (protein scoop) | 1.4g |
| Build Your Own Salad Small | 2.0g |
| Veggie Salad | 2.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Salata
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cobb Salad | 19.8g |
| Honey Mustard Dressing (2 oz) | 13.8g |
| Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (2 oz) | 12.6g |
| Jalapeño Avocado Salad | 12.0g |
| Caesar Salad | 11.5g |
Every Salata item, ranked
All 66 items we have for Salata, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fat-Free Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing (2 oz) | 0.0g |
| Fat-Free Mango Dressing (2 oz) | 0.0g |
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Citrus Ginger Green Tea | 0.0g |
| Sweet Tea | 0.0g |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Classic Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Peach Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Strawberry Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Pita Chips | 0.2g |
| Multigrain Croissant | 0.3g |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 0.7g |
| Falafel (3 pieces) | 0.8g |
| Grilled Chicken (protein scoop) | 1.2g |
| Shrimp (protein scoop) | 1.4g |
| Tomato Basil Soup (cup) | 1.5g |
| Chicken Tortilla Soup (cup) | 2.0g |
| Build Your Own Salad Small | 2.0g |
| Veggie Salad | 2.0g |
| White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie | 2.0g |
| Oatmeal Raisin Cookie | 2.1g |
| Steak (protein scoop) | 2.4g |
| Lemon Blueberry Cookie | 2.4g |
| Croutons | 2.7g |
| Build Your Own Salad Regular | 3.0g |
| Harvest Salad | 3.0g |
| Greek Salad | 3.0g |
| Turkey Salad | 3.0g |
| Shrimp Salad | 3.0g |
| Grilled Tofu Salad | 3.0g |
| Sesame Sticks | 3.0g |
| Kids Meal | 3.0g |
| Olive Oil Dressing (2 oz) | 3.4g |
| Grilled Chicken Salad | 4.0g |
| Pesto Chicken Salad | 4.0g |
| Salmon Salad | 4.0g |
| Turkey Wrap | 4.0g |
| Grilled Tofu Wrap | 4.0g |
| Tofu (protein scoop) | 4.8g |
| Spicy Chipotle Chicken Salad | 5.0g |
| Falafel Salad | 5.0g |
| Build Your Own Wrap | 5.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Wrap | 5.0g |
| Pesto Chicken Wrap | 5.0g |
| Salmon Wrap | 5.0g |
| Shrimp Wrap | 5.0g |
| White Miso Vinaigrette (2 oz) | 5.1g |
| Salmon (protein scoop) | 5.1g |
| Southwest Tortilla | 5.5g |
| Whole Wheat Tortilla | 5.5g |
| Cool Cucumber Tortilla | 5.5g |
| Spicy Chipotle Chicken Wrap | 6.0g |
| Falafel Wrap | 6.0g |
| Lemon Vinaigrette (2 oz) | 7.4g |
| Classic Caesar Dressing (2 oz) | 7.5g |
| Ginger Lime Dressing (2 oz) | 7.7g |
| Fresh Herb Vinaigrette (2 oz) | 8.6g |
| Chipotle Ranch Dressing (2 oz) | 9.0g |
| Jalapeño Avocado Dressing (2 oz) | 10.1g |
| Balsamic Vinaigrette (2 oz) | 10.2g |
| Southwest Salad | 11.4g |
| Caesar Salad | 11.5g |
| Jalapeño Avocado Salad | 12.0g |
| Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (2 oz) | 12.6g |
| Honey Mustard Dressing (2 oz) | 13.8g |
| Cobb Salad | 19.8g |
Frequently asked
Does Salata use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Salata cooks with: No fryer. Buttermilk Ranch, Spicy Chipotle Ranch, Honey Mustard and Jalapeno Avocado dressings list soybean-oil mayonnaise FIRST on the chain's own ingredient lists, with canola only third or absent. Canola oil base in the remaining house dressings (Balsamic, Caesar, Fresh Herb, Ginger Lime, Lemon, White Miso) and in croutons, pita chips, salmon, marinated chicken and soups; falafel is expeller-pressed canola. Soybean oil in tortilla wraps, sesame sticks and the mayo bases. Verified 2026-09-12 from salata.com component ingredient lists. Across the 66 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Salata cook with?
Our research indicates: No fryer. Buttermilk Ranch, Spicy Chipotle Ranch, Honey Mustard and Jalapeno Avocado dressings list soybean-oil mayonnaise FIRST on the chain's own ingredient lists, with canola only third or absent. Canola oil base in the remaining house dressings (Balsamic, Caesar, Fresh Herb, Ginger Lime, Lemon, White Miso) and in croutons, pita chips, salmon, marinated chicken and soups; falafel is expeller-pressed canola. Soybean oil in tortilla wraps, sesame sticks and the mayo bases. Verified 2026-09-12 from salata.com component ingredient lists. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Salata use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Salata cooks with No fryer. Buttermilk Ranch, Spicy Chipotle Ranch, Honey Mustard and Jalapeno Avocado dressings list soybean-oil mayonnaise FIRST on the chain's own ingredient lists, with canola only third or absent. Canola oil base in the remaining house dressings (Balsamic, Caesar, Fresh Herb, Ginger Lime, Lemon, White Miso) and in croutons, pita chips, salmon, marinated chicken and soups; falafel is expeller-pressed canola. Soybean oil in tortilla wraps, sesame sticks and the mayo bases. Verified 2026-09-12 from salata.com component ingredient lists, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Salata seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Salata cooks with No fryer. Buttermilk Ranch, Spicy Chipotle Ranch, Honey Mustard and Jalapeno Avocado dressings list soybean-oil mayonnaise FIRST on the chain's own ingredient lists, with canola only third or absent. Canola oil base in the remaining house dressings (Balsamic, Caesar, Fresh Herb, Ginger Lime, Lemon, White Miso) and in croutons, pita chips, salmon, marinated chicken and soups; falafel is expeller-pressed canola. Soybean oil in tortilla wraps, sesame sticks and the mayo bases. Verified 2026-09-12 from salata.com component ingredient lists, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Salata?
Falafel (3 pieces) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Salata, at an estimated 0.8g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Salata?
Cobb Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Salata, at an estimated 19.8g 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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