Italian Side Salad
How we scored it
The salad contains beneficial ingredients like baby spinach and tomatoes, but is heavily processed with multiple additives and preservatives such as BHA, BHT, and sodium nitrite, which significantly lower its health rating.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 side salad (with House Italian dressing) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 | |
| Total fat | 31g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 730mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7g | 3% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 3g | |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
Donatos's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Palm Oil BlendVery Bad
Palm oil is associated with environmental concerns and contains saturated fats, which some consumers prefer to avoid.
Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is often highly processed and contains omega-6 fatty acids, which some consumers prefer to limit.
See more about Soybean Oil →PorkBad
Pork is a processed meat that may contain additives and saturated fats, which some consumers prefer to limit.
See more about Pork →BeefBad
Beef is a red meat that can be high in saturated fats and cholesterol, which some individuals choose to avoid or consume in moderation.
See more about Beef →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a form of sugar that can contribute to increased calorie intake and blood sugar spikes.
See more about Dextrose →Sodium NitriteBad
Sodium nitrite is a preservative used in processed meats but has been associated with potential health concerns when consumed in excess.
See more about Sodium Nitrite →BHABad
BHA is an artificial preservative that some consumers prefer to avoid due to potential health risks.
See more about BHA →BHTBad
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used to prevent spoilage, with some concerns about its safety.
See more about BHT →More sides at Donatos
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.