DATA-DRIVEN GUIDE

Fast-food salads under 600 calories

These menu items are listed as salads and have fewer than 600 calories. Dressing may be separate depending on the restaurant, so read each item description and confirm before ordering.Menu data is reviewed weekly. Nutrition can vary by location and customization.

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Salad with Grilled Chicken

Romaine lettuce, tomato, red & green bell peppers, cucumber, shredded cheese, and grilled chicken.
Calories
380
Protein
57g
Carbs
14g
Sodium
1,690mg

El Pollo Loco

Street Corn Double Pollo Salad

The Street Corn Double Pollo Salad brings together citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken with super greens, avocado, corn and red peppers, cotija cheese, chili lime seasoning, and salsa fresca. Offering fresh flavor and plenty of texture, it's a satisfying option made to enjoy any time.
Calories
390
Protein
53g
Carbs
16g
Sodium
1,590mg

El Pollo Loco

Mexican Caesar Double Pollo Salad

The Mexican Caesar Double Pollo Salad blends citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken with super greens, avocado, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, chili lime seasoning, and salsa fresca. It is served with the creamy Mexican Caesar dressing.
Calories
346
Protein
52g
Carbs
9g
Sodium
1,471mg

WaBa Grill

Spicy Asian Salad

Arcadian blend salad with edamame kimchi, veggies, grilled white meat chicken, and spicy sesame dressing.
Calories
420
Protein
49g
Carbs
30g
Sodium
1,230mg

Culver's

Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad

Crisp and colorful mixed greens salads with generous toppings are fresh, flavorful and satisfying.
Calories
390
Protein
46g
Carbs
18g
Sodium
1,490mg

WaBa Grill

Signature House Salad

Arcadian blend salad with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and grilled white meat chicken.
Calories
320
Protein
44g
Carbs
20g
Sodium
240mg

Whataburger

Cobb Salad

Crispy chicken, hard-boiled egg, shredded cheese, bacon, tomatoes, and carrots over mixed greens.
Calories
540
Protein
44g
Carbs
20g
Sodium
1,010mg

Culver's

Chicken Cashew Salad

Crisp and colorful mixed greens salads with generous toppings are fresh, flavorful and satisfying.
Calories
430
Protein
41g
Carbs
17g
Sodium
1,020mg

Bojangles

Grilled Chicken Salad

A fresh salad topped with grilled chicken.
Calories
360
Protein
40g
Carbs
9g
Sodium
1,180mg

Panera Bread

Whole Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Chicken

Mixed greens and crisp romaine topped with grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, pickled red onions, fresh avocado, applewood smoked bacon, and a hard-boiled egg with green goddess dressing on the side.
Calories
580
Protein
40g
Carbs
30g
Sodium
1,980mg

Culver's

Garden Fresco Salad with Grilled Chicken

Crisp and colorful mixed greens salads with generous toppings are fresh, flavorful and satisfying.
Calories
330
Protein
39g
Carbs
19g
Sodium
1,090mg

Firehouse Subs

Italian with Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken breast, Genoa salami, romaine, sliced tomato, red & green bell peppers, cucumber, and shredded cheese.
Calories
410
Protein
39g
Carbs
13g
Sodium
1,580mg

CAVA

Greek Salad Bowl

Fresh Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken, greens, and feta.
Calories
580
Protein
37g
Carbs
19g
Sodium
1,810mg

Wendy's

Parmesan Caesar Salad

Made fresh daily with romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, Italian cheeses, a crunchy Parmesan crumble (crouton), and creamy Caesar dressing. One bite will tell diners why it’s king of more than just the Romaines.
Calories
520
Protein
34g
Carbs
15g
Sodium
1,240mg

Dairy Queen

Bowl Grilled Chicken Salad

A lighter salad option featuring grilled chicken, perfect for those seeking a healthier meal choice.
Calories
260
Protein
32g
Carbs
9g
Sodium
940mg

Whataburger

Garden Salad

Fresh Romaine lettuce and grape tomatoes combined with matchstick carrots and mild shredded cheddar cheese. It is served with the choice of Ranch, Fat-free Ranch, Jalapeño Ranch, 1000 Island, Honey Mustard, Creamy Pepper, Low-fat Herb Vinaigrette, Low-fat Honey Pepper Vinaigrette or Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Calories
290
Protein
32g
Carbs
13g
Sodium
790mg

Jack in the Box

Southwest Salad with Crispy Chicken Strips

Mixed greens with crispy chicken strips, tomatoes, shredded carrots, shredded cheddar, roasted corn, black beans, tortilla strips & Southwest dressing.
Calories
500
Protein
32g
Carbs
44g
Sodium
1,340mg

Subway

Honey Mustard Salad

Tender Rotisserie-style chicken, Monterey cheddar cheese, pickles, Honey Mustard sauce, lettuce, tomatoes & onion served on Subway's freshly baked Artisan bread.
Calories
480
Protein
31g
Carbs
19g
Sodium
1,390mg

Wendy's

Apple Pecan Salad

Made fresh daily with Wendy’s signature lettuce blend, crisp red and green apples, dried cranberries, roasted pecans, crumbled blue cheese, and grilled chicken, all topped with a Pomegranate Vinaigrette dressing. An unbeatable pick.
Calories
510
Protein
31g
Carbs
43g
Sodium
1,160mg

QDOBA

Citrus Lime Chicken Salad

Flame-grilled adobo chicken served on fresh romaine lettuce and black beans, topped with chile corn salsa, freshly made pico de gallo, citrus lime vinaigrette, and crispy tortilla strips.
Calories
540
Protein
31g
Carbs
49g
Sodium
1,210mg

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Salad with Ham

Romaine lettuce, tomato, red & green bell peppers, cucumber, shredded cheese, and Virginia honey ham.
Calories
290
Protein
30g
Carbs
27g
Sodium
950mg

Jack in the Box

Southwest Salad with Grilled Chicken

Mixed greens with grilled chicken strips, tomatoes, shredded carrots, shredded cheddar, roasted corn, black beans, tortilla strips & Southwest dressing.
Calories
290
Protein
30g
Carbs
25g
Sodium
800mg

Bojangles

Homestyle Tenders Salad

3 Chicken breast tenderloins served on a bed of fresh romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce and red cabbage. It is topped with cucumber slices, shredded carrots, grape tomatoes and Monterey Cheddar cheese.
Calories
480
Protein
30g
Carbs
32g
Sodium
1,020mg

Subway

Chicken & Bacon Ranch Salad

Tender Rotisserie-style chicken, Monterey cheddar cheese, bacon, Peppercorn Ranch, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on Subway's freshly baked Artisan bread.
Calories
490
Protein
30g
Carbs
14g
Sodium
1,020mg

How we selected these items

We start with the restaurant-published menu items that match this guide's calorie, protein, and meal-type rules. No single restaurant gets more than three spots, so one large menu cannot take over the list. Here, fast food includes supported quick-service and fast-casual chains; full-service restaurants are excluded. Substitutions, regional recipes, and cross-contact are not reflected, so confirm important nutrition and allergen information with the restaurant.

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