Zizzi UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Zizzi UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (cooking and frying); olive oil used for dressings and finishing. Across the 33 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Zizzi 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: Margherita + Affogato + San Pellegrino Sparkling Water, 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Peroni | 0.0g |
| Aperol Spritz | 0.0g |
| Affogato | 1.0g |
| Bruschetta | 3.0g |
| Tiramisu | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Zizzi UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Calamari Fritti | 12.0g |
| Skinny Fries | 11.0g |
| Arancini | 10.0g |
| Nduja e Salame | 9.0g |
| Rustica | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Zizzi UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Zizzi UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (cooking and frying); olive oil used for dressings and finishing. Across the 33 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Zizzi UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil (cooking and frying); olive oil used for dressings and finishing. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Zizzi UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Zizzi UK cooks with rapeseed oil (cooking and frying); olive oil used for dressings and finishing, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Zizzi UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Zizzi UK cooks with rapeseed oil (cooking and frying); olive oil used for dressings and finishing, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Zizzi UK?
Peroni is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Zizzi UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Zizzi UK?
Calamari Fritti is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Zizzi UK, at an estimated 12.0g 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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