The Grilled Caesar Salad from Wendy’s Menu in Canada is a creamy and crunchy delight! Made fresh daily with Wendy’s greenhouse-grown lettuce blend, it features perfectly grilled chicken, a mix of Italian cheeses, Applewood smoked bacon, and a crouton crumble. Tossed with Mighty Caesar dressing, it’s a flavorful way to enjoy a classic favorite. Caesar the day with this satisfying salad!
Price: $9.99
Nutrition Information
Wendy’s Grilled Caesar Salad is a classic option with fresh greens, grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Its nutrition facts show a good source of protein, with calories and fats from the dressing. This salad is a tasty and balanced choice for those looking for a lighter meal.
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Entree
Dressing
Nutrition Facts
| Entree | Dressing (Per Pkt.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320 Kcal | 240 Kcal |
| Total Fat | 15 g | 25 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g | 2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 20 mg |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 230 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16 g | 2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 3 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 31 g | 1 g |
| Iron | 20% DV | 2% DV |
| Calcium | 11% DV | 1% DV |
| Potassium | 18% DV | 1% DV |
Ingredients
Grilled Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken breast with rib meat. Water, Modified food starch, Salt, Sugars (corn maltodextrin, dextrose, sugar), Natural flavours, Sodium phosphate, Spices, Dehydrated garlic powder, Dehydrated onion powder, Paprika, Gum Arabic, Yeast extract, Canola oil, Silicon dioxide, Sodium citrate.
Salad Blend: Red and green lettuces, Three cheese blend (milk, modified milk ingredients, cream, salt, bacterial culture, calcium chloride, microbial enzyme, lipase, cellulose [to prevent caking], natamycin). CONTAINS: MILK.
Mighty Caesar dressing: Canola oil, Water, Liquid yolk (egg), Parmesan cheese (milk), Dehydrated garlic, Concentrated lemon juice, Seasonings (mustard), Salt, Spices, Cultured skim milk powder, Cured anchovies, Skim milk powder, Sugars (molasses, glucose-fructose), Xanthan gum. CONTAINS: EGG, ANCHOVIES (FISH), MILK, MUSTARD.
Crouton Crumble: Bread (enriched flour, sugar, sunflower oil, yeast, salt, wheat gluten), Canola and/or sunflower oils (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid). CONTAINS: BARLEY, WHEAT, MILK.
Applewood Smoked Bacon: Pork, Water, Salt, Sugar, Smoke flavour, Sodium phosphate, Sodium erythorbate, Sodium nitrite, Smoke.
Adults and teens aged 13 and up typically require around 2,000 calories daily, while children aged 4 to 12 need about 1,500 calories per day. Keep in mind, though, that individual calorie needs can differ. Prices and availability may also vary.
Dressing Customization
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Is It a Healthy Choice?
This is a healthier-leaning moderate choice, especially if you use the dressing lightly. The Grilled Caesar Salad has a strong nutrition base for a Wendy’s salad because the grilled chicken brings 31g of protein, making it more filling and useful for muscle support than a lighter side salad. At 320 calories before dressing, it feels light to moderate for a lunch or dinner entrée.
The main trade-off comes from the Caesar dressing. A full packet adds 240 calories and a large amount of fat, bringing the meal to about 560 calories. That still can fit into a balanced diet, but it moves the salad from a lighter choice into a more substantial meal. Saturated fat and sodium are the bigger concerns here, with the entrée already high in sodium before dressing.
Fiber is quite low for a salad, so it may not feel as balanced as options with more vegetables, beans, or grains. Sugar stays low, which is a positive. This salad suits protein-focused eaters, active individuals, or anyone wanting a lighter Wendy’s meal than fried entrées. People watching sodium, saturated fat, or overall fat should limit the dressing, use half the packet, or balance the day with lower-sodium meals.
What Does It Taste Like?
Wendy’s Grilled Caesar Salad has a savory, creamy Caesar flavor with a fresh green bite from the lettuce. The grilled chicken adds a mild smoky taste and a warm, seasoned note that makes the salad feel more filling. The Caesar dressing brings tangy garlic flavor, rich creaminess, and a salty finish. The cheese adds a sharp, nutty taste that gives each forkful more depth. It is not spicy, but it has enough bold flavor to keep it from tasting plain or too light.
The texture is crisp, tender, and creamy all at once. The lettuce gives a cool crunch, while the grilled chicken feels soft, juicy, and easy to chew. The dressing coats the greens smoothly without making the salad feel too heavy when used lightly. The cheese adds a slightly firm, flaky bite. Together, it feels fresher and lighter than a fried chicken salad, but still satisfying because of the protein, creamy dressing, and layered Caesar-style texture.
No matter what you’re craving—whether it’s a hearty burger, a crispy chicken sandwich, or a sweet treat—Wendy’s has something delicious for everyone. With quality ingredients, bold flavours, and plenty of variety, it’s easy to find your next favourite meal. Ready to explore even more options? Check out the Wendy’s Full Menu in Canada and discover what else is waiting for you.
Menu information is researched and maintained by the wendymenu.ca editorial team using official Wendy’s Canada sources. Prices and availability may vary by location.
