Texas Roadhouse Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Loaded Sweet Potato | 1.0g PUFA |
| Sirloin Steak (8 oz) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Fresh-Baked Roll w/ Cinnamon Butter | 2.0g PUFA |
| Ribeye (12 oz) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Grilled BBQ Chicken | 2.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Fried Pickles | 24.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Critters (dinner) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Country Fried Sirloin | 22.0g PUFA |
| Rattlesnake Bites | 21.0g PUFA |
| House Salad with Caesar Dressing | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Texas Roadhouse use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Texas Roadhouse cooks with: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries). Across the 15 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Texas Roadhouse cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (disclosed in TRH allergen/ingredient guide; used for all frying including Cactus Blossom, Chicken Critters, Fried Pickles, Steak Fries). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Texas Roadhouse?
Loaded Sweet Potato is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Texas Roadhouse, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Texas Roadhouse?
Fried Pickles is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Texas Roadhouse, at an estimated 24.0g 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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