Epic Long Beach Salads to Kick Off The New Year
It’s January. Time to pretend we’re all going stick to those pesky New Year’s Resolutions. In order to help you with eternal your quests for fitness and body positivity, we’ve compiled a list of 8 epic Long Beach Salads to keep you happy AND full!
Steamed Organic Vegetarian Cuisine
Why is the tuna happy? Because it’s still alive! Steamed is all vegetarian! Everything is heated using steam, so you don’t have to worry about any added junk. Their “tuna” is made with garbanzo beans to help keep you full and guilt-free!
The Salad: Happy Tuna (GF/Vegan)What’s Inside: Garbanzo Beans w/ Veganaise, sweet relish, dill, celery and mustard. Served over fresh greens, tomatoes and onions.
Pro Tip: Pizza places serve some of the best salads. Rance’s is no exception! So next time you’re in the mood for deep-dish, just remember that you can get some greens on the side.
The Salad: Antipasto SaladWhat’s Inside: Green and red bell peppers, pepperoncini’s, pepperoni, aged salami, mush-rooms, tomatoes, black olives, mozzarella & Pecorino Romano cheese.
Make no mistake….this BBQ and Beer joint serves some of the best salads in the city! They also come in GIANT bowls. They’re no-nonsense, and they’re sure to keep you full. Bonus: all salads are served with a small cornbread muffin.
The Salad: Fried Green Tomato SaladWhat’s Inside: House smoked mozzarella, fried green heirloom tomatoes, basil and arugula with tangy tabasco vinaigrette.
It’s not fancy. It’s not organic. It’s not local. But it’s definitely tasty and C-H-E-A-P. Loaded with cold cuts, and cheese, the Kareem will have you saying “uncle” by the last bite. At $6.98+ tax, you really can’t go wrong.
The Salad: Kareem SaladWhat’s Inside: Sliced roasted turkey, ham and shredded cheese to our green salad for a slam dunk. Your choice of dressing.
Feeling a little sluggish? Head to the Spot for their epic salads and acai bowls. With so many great choices, you’ll have trouble deciding on the best option. At least you know they’re all good.
The Salad: The AntioxidantWhat’s Inside: Spring mix of baby greens, grapes, blueberries, walnuts, apples, strawberries, dried berries, red onion, mint, cucumbers and Blue cheese all tossed with our pomegranate vinaigrette.
You didn’t think we’d make a list of the best salads without mentioning the mighty Cobb! Only one of the best salad inventions next to the classic Caesar. Pier 76 does it justice. Just be sure to add one of their fresh fish options for maximum yum.
The Salad: Cobb Salad w/ Blackened Salmon or Grilled ShrimpWhat’s Inside: Avocado, hard-boiled egg, tomato, bacon, red onion, Blue cheese, red wine vinaigrette.
Would you like some salad with your avocado? We’re not complaining! With avocados at an all-time-high, it’s true blessing. Not to mention the giant piece of salmon. With everything this salad has to offer, it’s truly a steal.
The Salad: Salmon SaladWhat’s Inside: Grilled Salmon, selection of lettuce, arugula, cherry tomatoes, celery, corn, avocado, sesame seeds, croutons, mushrooms, and the dressing of your choice.
We’ve never met a Greek salad we didn’t like. But why not get yours from the best Greek restaurant in the city! George’s specializes in lamb, so be sure to add a couple chops or a healthy serving of their carved lamb/beef gyro.
The Salad: Traditional Greek Salad w/ Gyro or Lamb ChopsWhat’s Inside: Fresh Mixed Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Cucumber, Feta Cheese and Bell Peppers tossed in our signature homemade George’s Greek Dressing.