What oil does Salata fry in?
Salata has no deep fryer.
In detail: 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.
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Build my orderSalata at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | No deep fryer |
| Seed oils | No fryer, but in some items |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | B (4.4 g average per item, 66 items) |
The 5 cleanest things to order 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 |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy 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 Salata 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 Salata fry in?
Salata has no deep fryer. In detail: 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.
Does Salata use seed oils?
Salata has no deep fryer. Seed oils still show up in other items, so check the grams for each one.
Does Salata use beef tallow?
No. Salata has no deep fryer.
Does Salata use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Salata has no deep fryer. 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 Salata?
Falafel (3 pieces) (0.8 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Build Your Own Salad Small (2.0 g) and Veggie Salad (2.0 g).
Which Salata item has the most seed oil?
Cobb Salad, at about 19.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.