This week I had the pleasure of learning all about Wendy’s Salad. After delving into the process of how the salads are made at Wendy’s, I have a new healthy on the go food. I have been complaining to my husband for months about not being able to find a health option when I am having a busy day. I wanted to share my new discovery with you.
Wendy’s focuses on freshness! In every Wendy’s restaurant, employees freshly chop vegetables every day, starting with full heads of iceberg and romaine lettuces and other veggies like cucumbers, peppers, and tomatoes. We saw the employees chopping the lettuce and veggies, then we put together the salad ourselves. Seeing behind the scenes really made me confident about eating the Wendy’s Salads.
Every salad entrée uses only premium white meat chicken breasts that are grilled at the time of your order and placed warm on your salad.
Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s restaurant in 1969 grounded on the premise that “Quality is our Recipe®.” For more than 45 years, Wendy’s has been invested in bringing customers the quality ingredients that differentiate us from others in the industry.
“Wendy’s Romaine Lettuce Journey” YouTube Video
Check out this video series that takes on a behind-the-scenes tour of Wendy’s salads to follow the life cycle of specific ingredients from harvest to the bowl. The video was shot at a real Wendy’s with real employees doing their daily fresh salad preparation. The first video “Wendy’s Romaine Lettuce Journey” highlights the speedy story of a single head of romaine lettuce as it travels from farm to drive-thru. Check out more videos here.
There are so many awesome salads to choose from! Each salad’s flavor palette has a ton of thought put into it. The dressing is specifically design by Marzetti and Wendy’s for these salads. Each ingredient is specifically chose for the best flavor salads.
Wendy’s BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad harkens to a smoky backyard grill-out with fire-roasted sweet corn, freshly diced tomatoes, light and lively spring mix combined with Applewood Smoked bacon and grilled chicken drizzled with savory BBQ sauce, topped with creamy Simply Dressed® BBQ Ranch Dressing.
A fully loaded salad is a full meal for 580 calories for a full-size; 300 calories for a half-size
• Contains three servings of vegetables for a full-size; two servings for a half-size
• Contains three servings of lean protein for a full-size; 1.5 servings for a half-size
• The cheddar cheese equals half a serving of dairy
• The grilled whole chicken breast on a full-size has 27 grams of protein (13 grams for a half-size)
Wendy’s Apple Pecan Chicken Salad marries the crisp refreshing snap of ripe red and green apples with the delectable crunch of roasted pecans. This springtime splendor harmonizes sweet and savory throughout with delicious cranberries and creamy blue cheese crumbles topped with Marzetti® Simply Dressed®Pomegranate Vinaigrette.
A fully loaded salad is 590 calories for a full-size; 350 calories for a half-size
• Dried cranberries are sourced from North American farms and are a natural source of antioxidants
• The grilled whole chicken breast on a full-size has 37 grams of protein (19 grams for a half-size)
Wendy’s Asian Cashew Chicken Salad is a twist on the typical Asian salad with on-trend, flavorful ingredients like fire-roasted edamame, fresh red peppers and cucumbers, spicy roasted cashews, warm, grilled chicken breast and Marzetti® Simply Dressed® Light Spicy Asian Chili Vinaigrette.
A fully loaded salad is a nutritious meal and 380 calories for a full-size; 230 calories for half-size
• Contains four servings of vegetables for a full-size; three servings for a half-size
• Contains three servings of lean protein for a full-size; two servings for a half-size
• The Light Spicy Asian Chili Vinaigrette is only 45 calories per serving, low in fat, and saturated fat free
• Cashews contain unsaturated fats which have heart-healthy benefits, and they contain nutrients like phosphorus, magnesium, iron, and zinc
• Soy foods, like edamame, are sources of high-quality protein
Have you tried Wendy’s Salad yet? Which one is your favorite?
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I rarely eat at Wendy’s, but when I do, it’s for their burgers. I love their burgers there 🙂
These salads look great! Usually a salad from a fast food restaurant is all soggy and gross. This looks amazing, though.
It’s so cool to get a behind the scenes look at how fast-food joints prep their food. They always get a bad rep at how fresh, or not-so-fresh their food is.
My favorite is the apple pecan. I don’t eat chicken so I always ask them to leave it off. Some Wendy’s will reduce the price and others won’t 🙂 But I love their salads.
I have a hard time finding healthy food at a lot of eateries . Wendy’s is one place I can always get a good salad.
I have not tried these fresh Wendy’s salads yet, but they look amazing. I usually get the burgers and I love the frosty.
I am glad that Wendy’s is starting to serve healthier food. I still always order their burgers when I eat there (not healthy I know), but this is a great option!
I would love to have the Wendy’s chain here in Ireland. Those salads look so delicious and so healthy too, perfect meal options.
Those full size ones look kind of big, don’t think I could eat one so I’d probably get a half. They do look delicious though! I usually always get a chicken sandwich when I go to Wendy’s, maybe I’ll have to get this instead.
I love their salads and this really makes me want one so badly! Looks so good!
Those look really good! I used to go to Wendy’s all the time but since we have moved we don’t have one near us.
Those salads look so fresh and delicious. I should stop by Wendy’s more often for their chicken salads.
I just had the Asian Chicken salad a few weeks ago and totally loved it!
A salad is perhaps the only thing I’d ever order at a fast food restaurant. I’ve made a concerted effort to eliminate some of the more unhealthy foods.
It’s nice to see some decent fast food options with salads. Most salads are loaded with all kinds of junk that makes them unhealthy but it’s great that these have so many veggies.
I’m glad to see they’ve expanded their salad selection. In college my go-to Wendy’s meal was a salad and side order of their nuggets!
Wendy’s is my favorite restaurant with a drive-thru. I will definitely be trying these.
This one of my favorite restaurant ever! I love their salads its very healthy and really yummy. I’m glad that you have tried it.
I love a nice salad once in a while; Wendy’s are great!
Now I am going to have to try each of these salads indeed from Wendy’s. They sounds and looks so good except without dressing. I don’t eat any dressings. Thanks for sharing.
I love salad and these looks so healthy and delicious. Salad is my best weapon in keeping my weight steady.
I love Wendy’s Salads. They truly are so fresh. Whenever, I go to Wendy’s that is one of my selections that I get. So filling too!
Mmm, I just realized how many varieties they had last month. My Husband got the apple pecan chicken salad and it was soo amazing, I had to go back and get one for myself!
Those salads look great! I don’t eat salads but I love that there’s the option! I haven’t been to Wendy’s in years. Now a trip is in order!
Looking at all these pictures made my mouth water! I had no idea that they chop their own fresh veggies. I just figured they came in a big plastic bag, already chopped and ready to go (and already several days old).
I like Wendy’s. They are the bit healthier place to go to for fast food. I like to get a salad without cheese and croutons, a baked potato with butter and sour cream on the side and a small chili. Yum.
It does look fresh and delicious. Will have to stop by Wendy’s and get me one.
I love the salads at Wendy’s, they’re one of the only fast food places that does salads right!
Wendy’s BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad is my favorite salad. Wendy’s is my favorite fast food place to eat.
This is what the fresh food from Wendy’s actually looks like, too. I’ve eaten a million salads on my lunch break from there and as many baked potatoes 🙂
This are one reason to love Wendys salad. It look so fresh and perfect for a post workout meal. I want one some of this!
I never really thought they had salads on the go since I usually see just burgers and fries – wow, speaking of healthy goodness meals! Thumbs up!
I love salads but I haven’t tried their salad yet. I have no doubt it’s delish. Going to get me one soon!
Wendy’s was my first job and I always felt they were very high quality. I want one of those big salad choppers!
When I’m doing fast food, Wendy’s is my first choice by far. I like how they’ve always spearheaded having some healthier food options also.
How fun to get a little back insight on a popular place/item. Those salad pictures look pretty tasty good too!
I love Wendy’s! I think they are going to have an event here in Atlanta and I would love to attend one in my area! Love your recap!
I have one of their salads at least once a week. I’m way into the spicy chicken caesar one!
I try not to eat fast food but when I do it’s either Wendy’s or Taco Bell!! I just can’t stay away for that long lol…. I will have to try one of these salads next time I go!