Italian Chef Salad
How to order it
Baby Spinach·Pepperoni·Ham·Salami·Green Peppers·Smoked Provolone Cheese·Banana Peppers·Roma Tomatoes·Black Olives·Italian Dressing
How we scored it
The salad contains beneficial ingredients like baby spinach and peppers, but is heavily processed with multiple additives and preservatives, including BHA, BHT, and sodium nitrite, which significantly lower its health rating.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 salad (with House Italian dressing) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 490 | |
| Total fat | 42g | 54% |
| Saturated fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 1370mg | 60% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Sugars | 6g | |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
Donatos's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Palm Oil BlendVery Bad
Palm oil blends are high in saturated fats and have environmental concerns, making them less healthy.
Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is highly processed and high in omega-6 fats, which may promote inflammation.
See more about Soybean Oil →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to blood sugar spikes if consumed in excess.
See more about Dextrose →Sodium NitriteBad
Sodium nitrite is used as a preservative but has been linked to potential health concerns when consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sodium Nitrite →BHABad
BHA is an artificial preservative that has raised health concerns due to its potential carcinogenic effects.
See more about BHA →BHTBad
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used to prevent spoilage, but it has been associated with health risks in some studies.
See more about BHT →SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to health issues like weight gain and blood sugar spikes if overconsumed.
See more about Sugar →BHT and Citric AcidBad
This combination includes artificial preservatives and acids that may raise health concerns with frequent consumption.
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Scout's score is an independent read of Donatos's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored October 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Donatos menu.