Tender Greens Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tender Greens cooks with: Undisclosed: the chain publishes no ingredient statements and no fry-oil note (Aug 2026 Nutrition & Allergen PDF). Its own standalone dressing panels run 6-9% saturated (sherry vinaigrette 48 g fat / 3 g sat, garlic aioli 34/3, miso mayo 40/3, spicy mayo 36/3), which fits canola rather than soybean (about 15%), so the added-oil pool is canola. Pestos are sunflower-seed based per the chain's menu descriptions. The earlier 'soybean-based mayo' note had no chain source. Across the 76 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Tender Greens
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: Burger Patty Only (No Bun) + Watermelon Agua Fresca, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Rustic Chicken Soup (Cup) | 0.6g |
| Rustic Chicken Soup (Bowl) | 0.8g |
| Green Pozole Soup (Cup) | 2.1g |
| Green Pozole Soup (Bowl) | 2.8g |
| Seared Tuna Plate | 3.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Tender Greens
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Pesto Bowl | 39.6g |
| Happier Vegan Bowl | 31.0g |
| Salami and Provolone Sandwich | 26.8g |
| Braised Beans | 24.5g |
| Tuna Nicoise Salad | 22.6g |
Every Tender Greens item, ranked
All 76 items we have for Tender Greens, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Sparkling Water | 0.0g |
| Pomegranate Ginger Agua Fresca | 0.0g |
| Olipop | 0.0g |
| Diet Coke (12 oz can) | 0.0g |
| Watermelon Agua Fresca | 0.0g |
| The Greens Juice | 0.0g |
| Mint Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Hibiscus Tea | 0.0g |
| Mashed Potatoes | 0.4g |
| Sushi Rice | 0.6g |
| Rustic Chicken Soup (Cup) | 0.6g |
| Rustic Chicken Soup (Bowl) | 0.8g |
| Salted Caramel Cookie | 1.0g |
| Kids Salt and Pepper Chicken Plate | 1.0g |
| Kids Grilled Steak Plate | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 1.1g |
| Olive Oil Cake | 1.6g |
| Kids Nonna's Pasta | 1.6g |
| Roasted Potatoes | 1.9g |
| Cilantro Lime Brown Rice | 1.9g |
| Green Pozole Soup (Cup) | 2.1g |
| Seasoned Fries | 2.2g |
| Kids Grilled Cheese Plate | 2.3g |
| Green Pozole Soup (Bowl) | 2.8g |
| Mac and Cheese | 2.9g |
| Seared Tuna Plate | 3.0g |
| Kids Mac and Cheese | 3.8g |
| Roasted Tomato Soup (Cup) | 3.8g |
| Salt and Pepper Chicken Plate | 4.0g |
| Grilled Steak Plate | 4.0g |
| Grilled Shrimp Plate | 4.0g |
| Grilled Sea Bass Plate | 4.0g |
| Kids Chicken Tenders Plate | 4.0g |
| Mostess Chocolate Cupcake | 4.1g |
| Roasted Tomato Soup (Bowl) | 4.5g |
| Baby Arugula | 4.9g |
| Chipotle BBQ Chicken Plate | 5.0g |
| Grilled Salmon Plate | 5.0g |
| Kids Falafel Plate | 5.0g |
| Baby Greens | 5.1g |
| Kids Bolognese Pasta | 5.5g |
| Avocado Toast | 5.6g |
| Seasonal Vegetables | 6.1g |
| Carrot Cupcake | 6.5g |
| Falafel Plate | 7.0g |
| Baby Spinach | 7.4g |
| Tender Burger | 7.7g |
| Thai Bowl with Grilled Shrimp | 8.1g |
| Farro Salad | 8.6g |
| Thai Bowl with Grilled Steak | 9.7g |
| Roasted Beets | 10.3g |
| Country-Style Fried Chicken Plate | 12.0g |
| Bolognese Pasta Bowl | 12.4g |
| Chipotle BBQ Chicken Sandwich | 13.2g |
| Harvest Chicken Salad | 13.5g |
| Fried Chicken Sandwich | 14.6g |
| California Bowl with Chipotle BBQ Chicken | 15.2g |
| Mediterranean Steak Salad | 15.6g |
| Chicken Pesto Sandwich | 17.4g |
| Italian Chop Salad | 17.9g |
| Chipotle BBQ Chicken Salad | 18.1g |
| Longevity Bowl with Grilled Sea Bass | 18.2g |
| California Bowl with Grilled Salmon | 18.3g |
| Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich | 18.7g |
| Romaine Hearts | 18.7g |
| Pacific Bowl with Katsu Chicken | 19.1g |
| Grilled Salmon Salad | 19.8g |
| Longevity Bowl with Braised Beans | 20.6g |
| Pacific Bowl with Grilled Salmon | 21.7g |
| Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad | 22.4g |
| Tuna Nicoise Salad | 22.6g |
| Braised Beans | 24.5g |
| Salami and Provolone Sandwich | 26.8g |
| Happier Vegan Bowl | 31.0g |
| Chicken Pesto Bowl | 39.6g |
Frequently asked
Does Tender Greens use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tender Greens cooks with: Undisclosed: the chain publishes no ingredient statements and no fry-oil note (Aug 2026 Nutrition & Allergen PDF). Its own standalone dressing panels run 6-9% saturated (sherry vinaigrette 48 g fat / 3 g sat, garlic aioli 34/3, miso mayo 40/3, spicy mayo 36/3), which fits canola rather than soybean (about 15%), so the added-oil pool is canola. Pestos are sunflower-seed based per the chain's menu descriptions. The earlier 'soybean-based mayo' note had no chain source. Across the 76 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Tender Greens cook with?
Our research indicates: Undisclosed: the chain publishes no ingredient statements and no fry-oil note (Aug 2026 Nutrition & Allergen PDF). Its own standalone dressing panels run 6-9% saturated (sherry vinaigrette 48 g fat / 3 g sat, garlic aioli 34/3, miso mayo 40/3, spicy mayo 36/3), which fits canola rather than soybean (about 15%), so the added-oil pool is canola. Pestos are sunflower-seed based per the chain's menu descriptions. The earlier 'soybean-based mayo' note had no chain source. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tender Greens use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Tender Greens cooks with Undisclosed: the chain publishes no ingredient statements and no fry-oil note (Aug 2026 Nutrition & Allergen PDF). Its own standalone dressing panels run 6-9% saturated (sherry vinaigrette 48 g fat / 3 g sat, garlic aioli 34/3, miso mayo 40/3, spicy mayo 36/3), which fits canola rather than soybean (about 15%), so the added-oil pool is canola. Pestos are sunflower-seed based per the chain's menu descriptions. The earlier 'soybean-based mayo' note had no chain source, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Tender Greens seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tender Greens cooks with Undisclosed: the chain publishes no ingredient statements and no fry-oil note (Aug 2026 Nutrition & Allergen PDF). Its own standalone dressing panels run 6-9% saturated (sherry vinaigrette 48 g fat / 3 g sat, garlic aioli 34/3, miso mayo 40/3, spicy mayo 36/3), which fits canola rather than soybean (about 15%), so the added-oil pool is canola. Pestos are sunflower-seed based per the chain's menu descriptions. The earlier 'soybean-based mayo' note had no chain source, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tender Greens?
Rustic Chicken Soup (Bowl) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tender Greens, at an estimated 0.8g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tender Greens?
Chicken Pesto Bowl is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tender Greens, at an estimated 39.6g 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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