Culver’s Salads Menu With Prices (2026)
Culver’s isn’t a salad destination, but the salads are better than a burger chain’s have any right to be — fresh greens, real toppings, and the option to add grilled or crispy chicken to make it a meal. If you’re eating lighter or just want something green between custard runs, these hold up.
Prices are approximate 2026 averages and vary by location.
Salad Prices
| Salad | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Fresco Salad | $4.19 | 330 |
| Garden Fresco Salad with Grilled Chicken | $6.49 | Varies |
| Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad with Grilled Chicken | $6.49 | Varies |
| Chicken Cashew Salad with Grilled Chicken | $6.49 | Varies |
| Garden Side Salad | $3.79 | 50 |
The Lineup
The Garden Fresco is the straightforward garden salad — mixed greens, vegetables, your choice of dressing — and the lightest thing on the menu at around 330 calories. The Cranberry Bacon Bleu is the one regulars actually crave: dried cranberries, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, and a sweet-savory balance that works. The Chicken Cashew brings crunch and richness with cashews and a heartier build. Adding grilled chicken to any of them turns it into a proper meal for about two dollars more.
Making It a Meal
A salad with grilled chicken lands around $6.50 and eats like a real lunch — it’s the best value among the lighter options. The crispy chicken version costs the same but adds meaningful calories from the breading, so stick with grilled if the point is eating light. Dressing on the side is the move if you’re counting; the salads are generously dressed by default.
Ordering Tips
If you’re watching calories, the Garden Fresco with grilled chicken and light dressing is the leanest full meal Culver’s sells. The Cranberry Bacon Bleu is worth trying at least once even if you’re not a salad person — it’s the most-ordered of the three for a reason. And the garden side salad at under $4 is the cheapest way to add something green to any basket order.
Salads vs. Lighter Mains
How do the salads stack up against the other light options? The Garden Fresco with grilled chicken (~$6.50) is the leanest full meal on the menu — lighter than the grilled chicken sandwich and more food than the garden side salad. The grilled chicken sandwich at 490 calories is the better pick if you want something handheld and warm. The Cranberry Bacon Bleu sits in the middle: more indulgent than the Fresco, still lighter than any burger. Pick based on whether you want fresh and crisp (salad) or warm and savory (sandwich).
FAQ
Which Culver’s salad is the healthiest?
The Garden Fresco at about 330 calories — especially with grilled (not crispy) chicken and dressing on the side.
Can I add chicken to any salad?
Yes — grilled or crispy chicken can be added to the entrée salads to make them a meal, typically for around $2 more.
Are the salads made fresh?
Yes, salads are prepared to order with fresh greens and toppings, consistent with the chain’s cooked-to-order approach elsewhere on the menu.
What dressings are available?
Ranch, French, Italian, bleu cheese, and others — most are standard, and extras are a small add-on. See the Sauces & Dressings page for the full list.