Culver’s Salad Menu 2026: Prices, Calories & Best Picks

Most people walk into Culver’s for a ButterBurger and a scoop of frozen custard. Fewer know the chain also makes fresh salads to order every single day. If you’re trying to eat a little lighter without giving up flavor, the salad menu deserves a closer look.

What salads are on the Culver’s menu in 2026?

Culver’s serves four entrée salads in 2026: Garden Fresco, Chicken Cashew, Cranberry Bacon Bleu, and the limited-time Strawberry Fields. A simple side salad is also available. Each one starts with fresh mixed greens and gets topped with quality ingredients, then finished with your choice of dressing.

Here’s the full menu at a glance:

Prices and availability vary by location. Confirm with your local Culver’s.

All 4 Culver’s entrée salads with prices and calories

Each salad has its own personality. Some lean light and fresh, others pack in protein and bold flavor. Here’s what you get with each.

Garden Fresco Salad

The lightest option on the menu. The Garden Fresco mixes romaine and iceberg lettuce with hand-sliced cucumbers, grape tomatoes, shredded Wisconsin cheddar, and crunchy croutons.

• Price: ~$6.00
• Calories: 200–250 (without chicken)
• Best for: Lighter appetites or a quick side-style meal

You can add grilled or crispy chicken to bump up the protein.

Chicken Cashew Salad

A protein-rich favorite. This salad layers tender grilled chicken breast over mixed greens with roasted cashews, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, and shredded Wisconsin cheddar.

• Price: ~$8.00
• Calories: 400–450
• Protein: 32g
• Best for: A filling meal with crunch and texture

Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad

The most indulgent of the bunch. Hand-seasoned grilled chicken sits on mixed greens alongside crispy bacon, dried cranberries, tangy bleu cheese crumbles, cucumbers, and grape tomatoes.

• Price: ~$11.99
• Calories: 360–420
• Protein: 31g
• Best for: Sweet-and-savory cravings with high protein

Strawberry Fields Salad (Seasonal)

A summer standout. The Strawberry Fields features mixed greens, fresh strawberries, grilled chicken, bleu cheese crumbles, grape tomatoes, and pecans—usually served with raspberry vinaigrette.

• Price: ~$11.19
• Calories: 370–400
• Best for: A refreshing, fruit-forward meal during warmer months

Does Culver’s have a side salad?

Yes. Culver’s offers a smaller side salad built on the same fresh mixed greens, cucumbers, and grape tomatoes found in their entrée salads. It works well as a lighter add-on to a ButterBurger or as part of a value basket. Toppings and pricing for the side salad vary by location, so check your local store for exact details.

Grilled vs. crispy chicken: which should you choose?

Grilled chicken is the lighter, higher-protein choice, while crispy chicken adds more crunch and calories. If you’re watching calories or protein intake, grilled is the smarter pick. If you want extra texture and don’t mind the difference, crispy delivers.

Choose grilled if lower calories and higher protein matter most. Choose crispy if crunch and a slightly lower price are your priorities.

What dressings does Culver’s offer for salads?

Culver’s offers a wide range of dressings, from creamy ranch and bleu cheese to lighter vinaigrettes. Asking for dressing on the side is a free, easy way to control calories. Here’s the full lineup and what each pairs best with.

A standard 2 oz serving of dressing adds roughly 120 to 200 calories, depending on the type.

How many calories are in a Culver’s salad without dressing?

Without dressing, Culver’s salads range from about 200 to 450 calories. Adding a 2 oz dressing can tack on another 120 to 200 calories. That means your final total depends heavily on which dressing you pick and how much you use, ordering it on the side gives you full control.

Here’s the nutritional breakdown for each salad (without dressing):

Lightest pick: Garden Fresco without chicken at 200–250 calories. Highest protein: Chicken Cashew at 32g.

Can you get a Culver’s salad as a value basket?

Yes. Many Culver’s locations offer salads as part of a value basket, which pairs a main salad with a side like crinkle-cut fries or coleslaw and a medium soft drink. Value baskets typically run between $8.49 and $11.29, making them a budget-friendly way to turn a salad into a full meal.

How do you customize a Culver’s salad?

Culver’s makes it easy to build a salad your way. You can swap proteins, add or remove toppings, and choose your dressing. Below are popular add-ons with prices and calories.

Quick tips to customize:

• Ask for dressing on the side to cut calories for free
• Skip the cheese and croutons for a lighter, lower-carb salad
• Add extra cashews or veggies for more crunch
• Use the Culver’s app to save favorites and earn rewards

What allergens are in Culver’s salads?

Culver’s salads commonly contain milk, soy, tree nuts, pork, eggs, and wheat, depending on the recipe. If you have a food allergy, always confirm with your local store, since preparation and ingredients can vary. Here’s a quick reference for each salad.

Gluten-friendly tip: Most salads can be made without croutons to reduce gluten, but cross-contact is possible. Ask staff if you have celiac disease or a serious sensitivity.

When do Culver’s seasonal salads return?

Culver’s runs limited-time seasonal salads that rotate throughout the year. The most popular is the Strawberry Fields Salad, which typically returns in late spring through summer. Fall salads have appeared in past years as well.

• Strawberry Fields Salad: Usually available from around April or May through August. Local availability varies, so confirm with your store.
• Harvest/fall salads: Culver’s has offered limited-time fall salads in past years featuring ingredients like squash, apple, and pecan. Availability changes year to year.

Want to be the first to know when seasonal salads drop? Sign up for MyCulver’s emails to get limited-time offer announcements sent straight to your inbox.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest salad at Culver’s?

The Garden Fresco Salad is the most affordable at around $6.00, making it the best budget pick on the salad menu.

What is the lowest-calorie salad at Culver’s?

The Garden Fresco Salad without chicken is the lightest, with just 200–250 calories before dressing.

Which Culver’s salad has the most protein?

The Chicken Cashew Salad leads with 32g of protein, followed closely by the Cranberry Bacon Bleu at 31g.

How much does it cost to add chicken to a Culver’s salad?

Grilled chicken costs about $7.69 (390 calories) and crispy chicken costs about $6.49 (450 calories).

Are Culver’s salads gluten-free?

No salad is certified gluten-free, but most can be made without croutons to lower gluten. Always confirm with staff if you have celiac disease.

How many calories does Culver’s salad dressing add?

A standard 2 oz serving adds roughly 120 to 200 calories, depending on the dressing you choose.

Does Culver’s offer salad value baskets?

Yes. Salad value baskets include a main salad, a side, and a medium drink, typically priced between $8.49 and $11.29.

When is the Strawberry Fields Salad available?

It usually returns in late spring and runs through summer, roughly April or May through August at participating locations.

Which Culver’s salad is highest in sodium?

The Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad has the most sodium at about 970mg, largely from the bacon and bleu cheese.