What oil does Jimmy John's fry in?
Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil.
In detail: soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo.
Ordering at Jimmy John's? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderJimmy John's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (14.6 g average per item, 108 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Jimmy John's
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 |
|---|---|
| Roast Beef Picklewich | 0.7g |
| Turkey Picklewich | 0.7g |
| Ham Picklewich | 1.2g |
| Veggie Picklewich | 1.2g |
| Slim 6 - Provolone (8") | 1.8g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
Build your Jimmy John's order
Pick your meal, sides, sauces and drink in the app and see your seed oil total before you order. It logs to your day in one tap. Free on iPhone and Android.
Build my orderWhat oil do other chains like Jimmy John's use?
- What oil does Firehouse Subs use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Potbelly use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Schlotzsky's use? Soybean oil
- What oil does McAlister's Deli use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Charleys Cheesesteaks use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Quiznos use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Blimpie use? Canola oil
Why the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Jimmy John's report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Jimmy John's fry in?
Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil. In detail: soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo.
Does Jimmy John's use seed oils?
Yes. Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is F, about 14.6 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Jimmy John's use beef tallow?
No. Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow.
Does Jimmy John's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Jimmy John's?
Gourmet Smoked Ham Club (6.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Little John Tuna Salad (6.2 g) and Firecracker Sub (Toasted) (8.0 g).
Which Jimmy John's item has the most seed oil?
Roast Beef & Cheddar (16"), at about 54.3 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.