Runza • Garden Fresh Salads
Side Salad
Fresh side salad, no dressing — 20 cal
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Side Salad
The Side Salad is fresh side salad, no dressing — 20 cal It comes in at 20 calories, and is priced at Varies by location in the Garden Fresh Salads section of the Runza menu. Runza is a fast-food chain founded in 1949 in Nebraska with ~80 locations in the Great Plains, known for the runza (beef-and-cabbage sandwich). This Runza menu guide covers 2026 prices, nutrition, and deals.
How the Side Salad compares to similar Runza items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Berry Chicken Salad | Varies by location | 380 | — |
| Southwest Chicken Salad | Varies by location | 400 | — |
| Side Salad (this item) | Varies by location | 20 | — |
| Cobb Salad | Varies by location | — | — |
How the Side Salad compares at other chains
Compare the Side Salad across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Runza |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runza | Side Salad | Varies by location | — |
| Applebee's | Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad | $7.99 | same |
| Boston Market | Side Salad | $3.99 | — |
| Captain D's | Garden Side Salad | $4.49 | same |
| Chick-fil-A | Side Salad | $3.49 | — |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Side Salad good value at Runza?
Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Runza sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Side Salad at Runza
The Side Salad is available at Runza locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Runza app or third-party services. Order through the official Runza ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Runza menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Side Salad
- 1Check current Runza deals — Runza Rewards.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
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About Runza
Runza is a fast-food chain founded in 1949 in Nebraska with ~80 locations in the Great Plains, known for the runza (beef-and-cabbage sandwich). This Runza menu guide covers 2026 prices, nutrition, and deals.
Runza FAQ
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Where does the Runza nutrition data come from?
Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Runza website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.runza.com/menu
