Papa John's UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Papa John's UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (dough, base sauces, garlic dip); soya-based Ranch sauce on some Papadias; fried/breaded sides (wings, poppers, potato tots) use a blended vegetable oil per UK ingredient statements, treated as a rapeseed/sunflower blend consistent with other UK QSR chains. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at Papa John's UK
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: Cheese & Tomato Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) + Pepsi Max, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Orange Tango | 0.0g |
| BrewDog Punk AF | 0.0g |
| Cinnamon Scrolls | 1.0g |
| Cheese & Tomato Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Chicken Club Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Papa John's UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Italian Sausage & Pepperoni Papadia | 9.0g |
| Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings | 8.0g |
| Potato Tots with Four Cheeses | 7.0g |
| Bacon & Cheese Potato Tots | 7.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Wings | 7.0g |
Every Papa John's UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Papa John's UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pepsi Max | 0.0g |
| Orange Tango | 0.0g |
| Mountain Dew Sugar Free | 0.0g |
| 7up Free | 0.0g |
| BrewDog Punk AF | 0.0g |
| Giant Double Chocolate Brownie | 1.0g |
| Cinnamon Scrolls | 1.0g |
| Giant Choc Chip Cookie | 1.0g |
| Cheese & Tomato Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Chicken Club Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Plain Chicken Poppers | 2.0g |
| American Hot Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Chicken Fajita Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Garden Party Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| The Mexican Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| The Greek Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Classic Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| Hawaiian Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 2.0g |
| WW Mediterranean Veg & Feta Papadia | 3.0g |
| The Works Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 3.0g |
| WW Fajita Chicken Papadia | 3.0g |
| Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 3.0g |
| Cheesy Jalapeno Bites | 3.0g |
| All The Meats Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 3.0g |
| BBQ Meat Feast Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 3.0g |
| Hot Piri Piri Chicken Poppers | 3.0g |
| Garlic Pizza Sticks | 4.0g |
| Lincoln City Imps Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 4.0g |
| Double Pepperoni Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 4.0g |
| Garlic Cheese Sticks | 5.0g |
| Garlic Sticks with Four Cheeses | 5.0g |
| Plain Roasted Chicken Wings | 5.0g |
| BBQ Chicken & Bacon Papadia | 6.0g |
| Philly Cheesesteak Pizza (Medium, 2 slices) | 6.0g |
| Bacon Cheese Sticks | 6.0g |
| Potato Tots with Four Cheeses | 7.0g |
| Bacon & Cheese Potato Tots | 7.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Wings | 7.0g |
| Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings | 8.0g |
| Italian Sausage & Pepperoni Papadia | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Papa John's UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Papa John's UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (dough, base sauces, garlic dip); soya-based Ranch sauce on some Papadias; fried/breaded sides (wings, poppers, potato tots) use a blended vegetable oil per UK ingredient statements, treated as a rapeseed/sunflower blend consistent with other UK QSR chains. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Papa John's UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil (dough, base sauces, garlic dip); soya-based Ranch sauce on some Papadias; fried/breaded sides (wings, poppers, potato tots) use a blended vegetable oil per UK ingredient statements, treated as a rapeseed/sunflower blend consistent with other UK QSR chains. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Papa John's UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Papa John's UK cooks with rapeseed oil (dough, base sauces, garlic dip); soya-based Ranch sauce on some Papadias; fried/breaded sides (wings, poppers, potato tots) use a blended vegetable oil per UK ingredient statements, treated as a rapeseed/sunflower blend consistent with other UK QSR chains, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Papa John's UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Papa John's UK cooks with rapeseed oil (dough, base sauces, garlic dip); soya-based Ranch sauce on some Papadias; fried/breaded sides (wings, poppers, potato tots) use a blended vegetable oil per UK ingredient statements, treated as a rapeseed/sunflower blend consistent with other UK QSR chains, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Papa John's UK?
Orange Tango is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Papa John's UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Papa John's UK?
Italian Sausage & Pepperoni Papadia is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Papa John's UK, at an estimated 9.0g 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. 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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