Jimmy John's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Jimmy John's cooks with: soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo. Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Jimmy John's
| Jumbo Kosher Pickle (side) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Jumbo Kosher Dill Pickle | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soda | 0.0g PUFA |
| Diet Soda | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Jimmy John's
| Tuna Sub | 14.0g PUFA |
| #15 Club Tuna | 14.0g PUFA |
| Tuna Unwich (lettuce wrap) | 13.0g PUFA |
| J.J. Gargantuan | 10.0g PUFA |
| Italian Night Club | 9.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Jimmy John's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Jimmy John's cooks with: soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo. Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Jimmy John's cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Jimmy John's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Jimmy John's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Jimmy John's cooks with soybean oil in bread; soybean-oil mayo, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Jimmy John's?
Jumbo Kosher Pickle (side) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Jimmy John's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Jimmy John's?
Tuna Sub is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Jimmy John's, at an estimated 14.0g 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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