Menu Category · Updated October 2026
Wendy's Salads & Bowls 2026
Wendy's maintains one of the strongest fast-food salad programs, chopping fresh romaine and iceberg daily. The Apple Pecan and Cobb salads represent the highest-priced single items on the menu outside of combo meals, but they also offer some of the highest nutritional density and calorie counts once dressing is applied.
The short answer
Wendy’s salads & bowls section has 5 listed items in 2026, priced from $7.99 for a Grilled Chicken Bowl up to $8.99 for a Taco Salad. The average item runs about 570 calories.
Key takeaways
- Cheapest: Grilled Chicken Bowl at $7.99. Priciest: Taco Salad at $8.99.
- Prices are a general guide updated October 2026 and vary by restaurant.
- Items listed
- 5
- Average calories
- 570
- Cheapest
- Grilled Chicken Bowl $7.99
- Priciest
- Taco Salad $8.99
Every Salads & Bowls item, priced live
Apple Pecan Salad
Grilled chicken, blue cheese, roasted pecans, red and green apples, dried cranberries, pomegranate vinaigrette. Consistently the best salad on the menu.
$8.99560 cal$8.99
560
cal
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Cobb Salad
Grilled chicken, chopped egg, applewood bacon, cheddar, crispy fried onions, ranch. The highest-protein salad on the menu.
$8.99650 cal$8.99
650
cal
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Taco Salad
Chili, cheese, sour cream, salsa, tortilla chips over greens. The oldest survivor in the salad lineup and still the loudest.
$8.99690 cal$8.99
690
cal
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Parmesan Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken, Italian cheeses, Parmesan crumble, creamy Caesar dressing over romaine. Second-highest protein of any salad on the menu.
$8.68520 cal$8.68
520
cal
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Herb-marinated grilled chicken breast over chopped romaine, Parmesan shavings, and creamy Caesar dressing. A high-protein bowl option offered at select locations.
$7.99430 cal$7.99
430
cal
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Salads & Bowls FAQ
How do Wendy's salads & bowls prices compare across the country?
Wendy's franchise owners set local pricing based on regional overhead and labor costs. While you might see a Grilled Chicken Bowl starting around $7.99 in the Midwest, prices in coastal cities or airports for premium items like the Taco Salad often scale higher.
What's the best value strategy for Wendy's salads & bowls?
To get the most food for your dollar, look for items that are frequently included in Biggie Bags or meal deals. Standalone premium items typically have higher profit margins, while items like the Grilled Chicken Bowl are often priced as loss-leaders to anchor the value menu.
Do Wendy's salads & bowls prices change if I order delivery?
Yes. Prices on third-party delivery apps (like DoorDash or Uber Eats) are generally marked up by 15-30% to offset commission fees, not including the delivery and service charges. Ordering directly through the Wendy's app for pickup is the most reliable way to secure base pricing.