The Salad Project UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, The Salad Project UK cooks with: Per the chain's own nutrition portal ingredient text (2026-09-24): dressings are rapeseed-first, some with soyabean or sunflower oil; the BBQ Crispy Onions are made with palm oil (RSPO); the Chipotle Chips are corn tortilla chips made with sunflower oil. No fryer oil is otherwise named. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
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Safest Orders at The Salad Project 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: The SP Caesar (Chicken) + Mint & Yoghurt Dressing, 9.3g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| The SP Caesar (Black Pepper Prawns) | 4.4g |
| Bombay Protein Bowl (Black Pepper Chicken) | 5.1g |
| Mex on the Beach Salad (Tofu) | 6.7g |
| The SP Caesar (Chicken) | 8.2g |
| Bombay Protein Bowl (Sticky Mango Paneer) | 8.7g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at The Salad Project UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Satay Protein Bowl (Cajun Chicken) | 17.8g |
| Caesar Protein Bowl | 17.7g |
| Satay Protein Bowl (Tofu) | 17.2g |
| Middle Feast Protein Bowl | 15.5g |
| BBQ Protein Bowl | 14.7g |
Every The Salad Project UK item, ranked
All 28 items we have for The Salad Project UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| BBQ Crispy Onions | 0.8g |
| Mint & Yoghurt Dressing | 1.1g |
| Chipotle Chips | 2.0g |
| Korean BBQ Dressing | 2.1g |
| Thai Peanut Dressing | 2.4g |
| Chipotle Caesar Dressing | 2.7g |
| Sesa-Miso Dressing | 3.0g |
| Chilli Cashew Crunch | 3.5g |
| Hot Honey Vinaigrette | 3.6g |
| The SP Caesar (Black Pepper Prawns) | 4.4g |
| Green Goddess Dressing | 4.7g |
| Bombay Protein Bowl (Black Pepper Chicken) | 5.1g |
| Apple Cider Vinaigrette | 5.1g |
| Mex on the Beach Salad (Tofu) | 6.7g |
| The SP Caesar (Chicken) | 8.2g |
| Bombay Protein Bowl (Sticky Mango Paneer) | 8.7g |
| Big Feta Energy Salad | 10.7g |
| Thai Me Up Salad (Chicken) | 11.8g |
| Miso Salmon Salad | 12.1g |
| Mex on the Beach Salad (Chicken) | 12.4g |
| Thai Me Up Salad (Bold Bean Satay) | 12.7g |
| The GOAT Salad | 12.9g |
| Surf + Turf Protein Bowl | 13.5g |
| BBQ Protein Bowl | 14.7g |
| Middle Feast Protein Bowl | 15.5g |
| Satay Protein Bowl (Tofu) | 17.2g |
| Caesar Protein Bowl | 17.7g |
| Satay Protein Bowl (Cajun Chicken) | 17.8g |
Frequently asked
Does The Salad Project UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, The Salad Project UK cooks with: Per the chain's own nutrition portal ingredient text (2026-09-24): dressings are rapeseed-first, some with soyabean or sunflower oil; the BBQ Crispy Onions are made with palm oil (RSPO); the Chipotle Chips are corn tortilla chips made with sunflower oil. No fryer oil is otherwise named. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does The Salad Project UK cook with?
Our research indicates: Per the chain's own nutrition portal ingredient text (2026-09-24): dressings are rapeseed-first, some with soyabean or sunflower oil; the BBQ Crispy Onions are made with palm oil (RSPO); the Chipotle Chips are corn tortilla chips made with sunflower oil. No fryer oil is otherwise named. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does The Salad Project UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates The Salad Project UK cooks with Per the chain's own nutrition portal ingredient text (2026-09-24): dressings are rapeseed-first, some with soyabean or sunflower oil; the BBQ Crispy Onions are made with palm oil (RSPO); the Chipotle Chips are corn tortilla chips made with sunflower oil. No fryer oil is otherwise named, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is The Salad Project UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates The Salad Project UK cooks with Per the chain's own nutrition portal ingredient text (2026-09-24): dressings are rapeseed-first, some with soyabean or sunflower oil; the BBQ Crispy Onions are made with palm oil (RSPO); the Chipotle Chips are corn tortilla chips made with sunflower oil. No fryer oil is otherwise named, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at The Salad Project UK?
Bombay Protein Bowl (Black Pepper Chicken) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Salad Project UK, at an estimated 5.1g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at The Salad Project UK?
Satay Protein Bowl (Cajun Chicken) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Salad Project UK, at an estimated 17.8g 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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